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    Easy Apple Crisp with Crunchy Oat Topping

    Published: Oct 26, 2022 by Nora Rey · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

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    Apple Crisp is delicious and satisfying, made with apples and some pantry staples. This classic Fall dessert is simpler and easier to make than apple pie!

    You may like to try Filipino desserts like Mango Float and Buko Pandan Salad.

    Two servings of apple crisp in bowls, one with vanilla ice cream on top.
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    Ingredients you’ll need

    Individual ingredients for Easy Apple Crisp with Crunchy Oat Topping

    Notes and substitutions

    • Apples: Use apples that keep their shape during baking and don't turn mushy. Some examples are Jonagold, Honeycrisp, Pink Lady (or Cripps Pink), Fuji, Gala, Braeburn, Cortland, and Granny Smith apples. I used a combination of sweet Golden Delicious and tart Empire apples in this recipe.
    • Oats: Use old-fashioned oats (rolled oats or whole oats) for a chewy, crunchy texture. Do not use steel-cut oats; instant oats will disintegrate into the mixture.
    • Optional ingredient: Walnuts or pecans will add more crunch to the topping.

    How to make this recipe

    Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat it to 350° F (177° C).

    (1)Make the streusel topping by combining ½ cup flour, 1¼ cups oats, ⅓ cup brown sugar, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (use half for table salt) in a bowl. Add ½ cup melted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

    Adding vanilla to the oat streusel topping in the bowl.

    (2)Mix them together and refrigerate while you prepare the apples. The butter will solidify and form clumps resulting in a crunchier topping.

    Mixing the oat streusel topping in the bowl with a fork.

    (3)Peel 3 pounds of apples and remove the core. Cut them evenly into chunks with about ¾-inch thickness. Squeeze half of the lemon over them.

    Squeezing a half of lemon over the apples in the bowl while straining the seeds with a sieve.

    (4)Add 3 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon. Toss them together.

    Mixing the apples with sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon in the bowl with a spoon.

    (5)Transfer the apples to a 2-quart baking dish.

    Transferring apple filling to the baking dish with a spoon.

    (6)Take the streusel topping from the fridge. Distribute them evenly over the apples.

    Oat streusel topping spread over the apple filling in the baking dish.

    (7)Bake for 50-60 minutes until the top is golden brown and juices are bubbling around the edges.

    Easy Apple Crisp with Crunchy Oat Topping bubbling around the edges in the baking dish.

    Apple Crisp is best enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

    A serving of apple crisp with a scoop of vanilla ice cream in a bowl.

    Frequently asked questions

    Do I need to peel the apples?

    The choice is yours. If you leave the skin on, the apples will have a texture that some don't particularly enjoy. You can partially peel them if you are unsure.

    What is the difference between Apple Crisp and Apple Crumble?

    Apple crisp is very similar to an apple crumble. They are baked fresh fruits with a crumbly topping, though apple crisp is usually made with oats and nuts.

    Can Apple Crisp be made ahead?

    Yes! You can keep Apple Crisp in the fridge for up to a day if unbaked or a week if already baked. You can also freeze it to extend its shelf life.

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    Apple Crisp on a plate with ice cream

    Easy Apple Crisp Recipe with Crunchy Oat Topping

    A classic Fall dessert, it is delicious and satisfying made with apples and some pantry staples.
    4 from 4 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Bake Time: 50 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
    Servings: 8 people
    Calories: 330kcal
    Author: Nora Rey
    Cost: $8-$10

    Equipment

    • 2-quart baking dish (I used a 10.5”x8”x2” oval dish)

    Ingredients

    For the Streusel Topping:

    • ½ cup all-purpose flour sub:white whole wheat or gluten-free blend
    • 1¼ cups old-fashioned oats (see note)
    • ⅓ cup light or dark brown sugar
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (use half for table salt)
    • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla

    For the Apple Filling:

    • 3 pounds apples (see note)
    • ½ lemon
    • 3 tablespoons granulated or brown sugar sub:honey
    • 2 tablespoons cornstarch sub:flour (2x)
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon sub:nutmeg, cloves, or allspice

    For Serving:

    • Vanilla Ice Cream or Whipped Cream optional
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    Instructions

    • Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat it to 350° F (177° C).
    • Make the streusel topping by combining flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add melted butter and vanilla extract.
    • Mix them together and refrigerate while you prepare the apples.
    • Peel the apples and remove the core. Cut them evenly into chunks with about ¾-inch thickness. Squeeze half of the lemon over them.
    • Add sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Toss them together.
    • Transfer the apples to your baking dish.
    • Take the streusel topping from the fridge. Distribute them evenly over the apples.
    • Bake for 50-60 minutes until the top is golden brown and juices are bubbling around the edges.
    • Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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    Notes

    • Apples: Use apples that keep their shape during baking and don't turn mushy. Some examples are Jonagold, Honeycrisp, Pink Lady (or Cripps Pink), Fuji, Gala, Braeburn, Cortland, and Granny Smith apples. I used a combination of sweet Golden Delicious and tart Empire apples in this recipe.
    • Oats: Use old-fashioned oats (rolled oats or whole oats) for a chewy, crunchy texture. Do not use steel-cut oats; instant oats will disintegrate into the mixture.
    • Optional ingredient: Walnuts or pecans will add more crunch to the topping.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 212mgPotassium: 265mgFiber: 6gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 601IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Sandy233

      March 02, 2023 at 2:34 pm

      1 star
      Sorry but this topping didn’t work. It was bland and not crunchy at all. It was baked for 45 minutes on top of a rhubarb strawberry mix. When I discovered how tasteless it was I melted butter in a pan with sugar and cinnamon. When it was cooled I sprinkled it over the top. But the bland taste still came through.

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      • Nora Rey

        March 20, 2023 at 6:11 pm

        Hi there. I am sorry that this topping did not work for you. The streusel topping alone won't give you so much flavor, except for the sweetness from the sugar, which I often use less of. The texture should be dry and crisp atop a mixture of cut-up apples. I assume a strawberry rhubarb mix would produce more moisture, changing the streusel's texture. As with flavor, this streusel will mostly give you sweetness from the sugar (which you can always adjust to your taste), the aroma from the vanilla, and of course, the texture; the flavor of the baked apples should shine through. I suggest using a different topping specific to what you are making. Thanks for your comment. You can always message me if you are unsure of something, I'd be happy to help if it's something I am familiar with.

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    2. Jomelyn

      January 25, 2022 at 7:21 pm

      5 stars
      This oatmeal recipe is so easy to make! Tried and tested and ai never fail to make it delicious. Thank you for the recioe

      Reply
      • Nora

        January 27, 2022 at 9:28 pm

        Thank you so much for your feedback! Happy you liked it!

        Reply
    3. Bim

      September 30, 2021 at 12:06 am

      5 stars
      Right timing, Nora. We have a small group meeting this weekend and I have no idea what to bring for potluck. Will make this and I’m sure my friends will love it. Thank you again Nora.

      Reply

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