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A close-up of a freshly baked apple crisp with a golden-brown topping.

Classic Apple Crisp

A warm, comforting dessert featuring tender apples topped with a crunchy oat streusel.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Fruits
  • 6 cups sliced apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Toppings
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toss apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice; spread in a greased dish.
  2. Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over apples.
  3. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and apples are tender. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.