Apple Crisp with Oat Topping
A warm, comforting dessert made with tender baked apples and a golden, buttery oat topping. Perfect for fall or any time you crave a simple, delicious treat.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 6 cups sliced, peeled apples (about 6 medium apples)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- Pinch of salt
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Transfer the mixture to a greased 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the oats, flour, brown sugar, nutmeg, and salt.
- Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbly and tender.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor.
- Can be made ahead and reheated in the oven.
- Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: apple crisp, oat topping, fall dessert, easy apple dessert, baked apples