Old Fashioned Easy Apple Crisp Recipe

Old Fashioned Easy Apple Crisp offers a warm, cinnamon-spiced embrace with its golden oat topping, perfect for a cozy dessert.

Old Fashioned Easy Apple Crisp

Make a delightful dessert that’s both nostalgic and delicious with the Old Fashioned Easy Apple Crisp recipe. A dessert as timeless as it is tasty, this apple crisp heralds the essence of Fall with its tenderly baked apples and perfectly golden, crispy oat topping. An alluring scent will cascade through your kitchen as it bakes, enticing everyone to the table for a slice of warm, cinnamon-infused comfort. Top this heartwarming classic with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of salted caramel sauce for the ultimate indulgence.

Ingredients

6 golden delicious apples, peeled and chopped (other varieties can be used, can also be sliced)
2 Tbsp granulated sugar
1 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon, divided
1 1/2 tsp lemon juice
1 cup light brown sugar
3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, diced into small cubes
pinch of kosher salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 F degrees. Butter an 8×8 baking dish, or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
In a mixing bowl, add chopped apples, granulated sugar, 3/4 tsp of cinnamon, and lemon juice. Stir to combine, then transfer to the prepared baking dish.
In a separate mixing bowl, add the topping ingredients (brown sugar, oats, flour, 1 tsp cinnamon, salt, and diced cold butter).
Use a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the oat mixture, using a slight downward twisting motion, until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs. Alternatively, you can use two forks or even your hands to cut butter into the mixture.
Spread topping over apples in a baking dish, and gently pat to even it out. Bake for 40-50 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Serving Suggestions:

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Tips and Tricks

To avoid staining your hands and kitchen surfaces, consider wearing plastic gloves when handling beets.
If arugula’s not your favorite, any greens like chopped romaine, baby spinach, or a spring mix are great alternatives.
Toasting the walnuts adds extra flavor, but you can substitute them with pecans, pistachios, or almonds. Nuts can also be omitted for allergies or preferences.