Old Fashioned Cinnamon Apple Crisp
A cozy dessert featuring tender cinnamon-spiced apples baked under a buttery oat topping. This old-fashioned apple crisp is simple, nostalgic, and perfect for fall evenings or family gatherings.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- 9x13 Baking Dish
- Oven
Ingrédients
Apple Filling
- 6 apples peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
Crisp Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread apple mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples, pressing down lightly.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, until apples are tender and topping is golden brown.
- Let cool 15 minutes before serving. Best enjoyed warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Use a mix of apple varieties (such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp) for the best flavor. Add chopped nuts or dried fruit for extra texture.