Delicious apple crisp with warm apple filling and crunchy topping

The Best Apple Crisp Ever

ByCasey Monroe

Why Make This Recipe

Apple crisp is a classic dessert that brings warmth and comfort, making it perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. The Best Apple Crisp Ever combines tender apples with a sweet, crumbly topping, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures. This recipe is simple to follow, deliciously satisfying, and sure to impress family and friends!

How to Make The Best Apple Crisp Ever

Ingredients:

  • 8 cups apples (peeled, cored, and sliced thin)
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 TBSP sugar
  • 1 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup softened butter
  • 2 cups oats (quick-cooking or old fashioned)
  • Vanilla ice cream (for serving)
  • Whipped cream (for serving)
  • Caramel sauce (for serving)

Directions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 glass casserole dish.
  2. Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. You can use an apple peeler/corer or slice them by hand.
  3. Place the sliced apples evenly in the greased glass casserole dish. Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on top of the apples.
  4. In a large bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, butter, and oats. Use your hands to work the mixture together until crumbly.
  5. Spread the oat mixture evenly over the apples.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about an hour. If you prefer slightly firmer apples, you can reduce the baking time by 10-15 minutes. Keep an eye on the crisp to ensure it doesn’t burn.
  7. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, caramel sauce, or all three! A sprinkle of sea salt with the caramel adds a tasty twist for a salted caramel apple crisp.

Make-Ahead Instructions

  1. You can prepare the apple layer and oat topping separately. Store them in the fridge until you are ready to bake.
  2. You can also freeze the assembled apple crisp before baking. When ready to serve, bake it straight from the freezer, adjusting the baking time as needed.

How to Serve The Best Apple Crisp Ever

The Best Apple Crisp Ever is best enjoyed warm. Serve it with generous scoops of vanilla ice cream or dollops of whipped cream. Drizzle some caramel sauce over the top for an extra treat.

How to Store The Best Apple Crisp Ever

To store any leftovers, cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and keep it in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days. You can reheat leftover apple crisp in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes until warmed through.

Tips to Make The Best Apple Crisp Ever

  • Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for a more complex flavor.
  • Don’t skip the hand-mixing step; it makes for a better texture in the topping.
  • If you prefer less sweetness, adjust the sugar in the topping or sprinkle less over the apples.

Variation

Try adding nuts such as pecans or walnuts to the oat topping for added crunch. You can also mix in some dried cranberries or raisins for a twist on the classic flavor.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen apples for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen apples. Just make sure to thaw them thoroughly and drain any excess liquid before using them.

2. What apples work best for apple crisp?
Good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Fuji apples. Mixing different kinds adds great flavor.

3. Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Yes! Use a gluten-free flour blend instead of regular flour to make a gluten-free version of this apple crisp.