Description
Warm, sweet, and packed with cozy fall flavors, this Apple Crisp with Oats is the ultimate comfort dessert. Made with tender baked apples, a cinnamon-kissed oat crumble, and served hot with a scoop of ice cream, it’s the perfect quick dessert for chilly nights or holiday tables. This easy recipe fits perfectly into your collection of quick breakfast ideas, easy dinner desserts, healthy snacks, or classic comfort food ideas. Whether you're hosting or indulging solo, this apple crisp brings the goodness of homemade baking with minimal effort.
Ingredients
6–7 medium apples, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Peel, core, and slice the apples evenly.
3. In a large bowl, toss the apples with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Spread the apple mixture evenly in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
5. In a separate bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt.
6. Add cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or fingers to mix until it forms coarse crumbs.
7. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples without pressing it down.
8. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and apples are bubbly.
9. Let it rest for 10–15 minutes before serving.
10. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or toppings of choice.
Notes
Use a mix of apple varieties like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith for the best flavor and texture.
For a gluten-free version, substitute almond flour or gluten-free flour for all-purpose flour.
To enhance the flavor and texture, add a handful of chopped pecans or walnuts to the topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: apple crisp, oats, easy dessert, fall recipes, healthy snacks, quick dessert, comfort food