Apple Crisp Recipe with Oats and Brown Sugar Topping

This is the best-ever apple crisp recipe, featuring Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, which are considered the best apples for crisp.

The combination of spiced apples and a crunchy oatmeal topping creates a delightful dessert that is simple to prepare and perfect for any occasion.

This classic recipe is reminiscent of Grandma’s kitchen, bringing warmth and nostalgia with every bite.

Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

Easy Spiced Apple Crisp with Oatmeal Topping

This apple crisp features tender, spiced apples baked under a buttery oatmeal topping.

The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 6 people.

Cook and Prep Times

• Servings: 6
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients

For the filling:

• 6 apples, sliced
• ½ cup sugar (¼ cup white + ¼ cup brown)
• 1 ½ tsp warm spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp cornstarch

For the topping:

• 1 cup oats
• ½ cup flour
• ¾ cup sugar (½ cup brown + ¼ cup white)
• ½ tsp cinnamon + ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup cold butter, cubed
• ½ cup nuts (optional)

To serve:

• Vanilla ice cream
• Caramel sauce

How To Make Apple Crisp

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Lightly grease a baking dish or similar-sized oven-safe dish.

2. Prepare the Filling:

• In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, the spices, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
• Toss until the apples are well coated.

3. Transfer to Baking Dish:

• Pour the apple mixture into the baking dish, spreading it evenly.

4. Make the Topping:

• In another bowl, mix the oats, flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
• Add the cold cubed butter and blend with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Stir in the chopped nuts if using.

5. Assemble:

• Sprinkle the oatmeal topping evenly over the apple filling in the baking dish.

6. Bake:

• Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.

7. Serve:

• Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with one or two scoops of vanilla ice cream.
• Drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.

Other Delicious Recipes to Try:

• Cozy up with a slice of apple crisp after enjoying this Christmas tree cheese platter.
• Add a fun twist to your holiday table with cute Christmas bark reindeer treats.
• Sweet lovers will enjoy this colorful Halloween bark candy.
• Bake a batch of these yummy chocolate chip M&M cookies.
• For an elegant dessert, try red wine-poached pears.
• Sip on a cozy S’mores latte with your apple crisp for the perfect fall treat.

Best Apple Crisp Add-Ins Ideas

• Citrus zest (lemon or orange) to brighten the flavor
• A splash of vanilla extract
• Dried fruits like cranberries or raisins
• Fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries)
• Shredded coconut
• Spices like cardamom or ginger
• Crushed cookies (like gingersnaps or graham crackers)
• A drizzle of maple syrup or honey
• A layer of cream cheese or mascarpone in the filling
• Chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts)