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There's really nothing more exciting than knowing that Thanksgiving and Christmas are around the corner and I have an excuse to eat Apple Crisp and Mix for breakfast and dessert every day of the week!
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Why I Love This Recipe
This classic apple crisp has been in the family for years. There are some recipes my mom would make starting at Thanksgiving and ending sometime in the new year, and this apple crisp and corn soufflé are definitely two of them. This is easily my favorite holiday dessert, especially served with a giant scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. The streusel topping is out of this world and it's hard to control myself - because given the opportunity, I'd eat nothing but the streusel bits with ice cream.
If you are looking for a fall cake, my cinnamon apple cake captures this recipe's essence in cake form. But, it will come as no surprise to those of you who frequent my website, that I consider THIS to be a game changing recipe! It's the apple crisp to end all apple crisps! You'll absolutely love it!
Ingredients
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- Granny Smith Apples
- Fuji Apples
- Ground cinnamon
- Unsalted butter
- Dark brown sugar
- Old fashioned oats
- All purpose flour
- Vanilla ice cream to serve
*For a full list of ingredients and instructions please see recipe card below
How to Make Apple Crisp
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Step 1: Peel, core, quarter and slice the apples into ⅓ inch pieces. Pile the apple slices into decorative baking dish (about 10 inches in diameter) and sprinkle with the cinnamon, making sure to evenly layer the top of the apples.
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Step 2: In a medium bowl, add the flour, oats, brown sugar, and diced butter.
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Step 3: Use a pastry cutter or fork to combine the butter, brown sugar, oats and flour until it's crumbly.
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Step 4: Evenly pile the topping over the apples. It's ready to bake!
How to Store Apple Crisp
If this apple crisp isn't demolished in one sitting, you can cover with tin foil and store in the refrigerator.
Tips and Tricks
- You can make this the evening before or the morning of the day you plan to serve it. Take it through step 4 and then cover the apples and streusel topping with plastic wrap and keep in the fridge until ready to bake. Then just remove the plastic wrap and bake.
- Always pick a mix of firm apples. This will give you the best taste, especially when combining a tart with a sweet variety.
- When making the streusel topping, make sure your butter is cold. This will help the topping to stay crumbly and delicious.
FAQs
How long is apple crisp good for?
This recipe will be good for 2-4 days kept in the refrigerator.
Can you freeze cooked apple crisp?
Yes! Cover with aluminum foil and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, let thaw completely overnight and bake at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes.
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Apple Crisp
Author: Gaby Dalkin
5 from 27 votes
My mom's famous apple crisp recipe is loaded with baked sliced apples and a crispy oat based topping that you'll love! Bonus points for ice cream
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Ingredients
- 5-6 Granny Smith Apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2-3 Fuji Apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 ¼ cups unsalted butter
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- ¾ cup old fashioned oats
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- Vanilla ice cream to serve
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Peel, core, quarter and slice the apples into ⅓ inch pieces. Pile the apple slices into decorative baking dish (about 10 inches in diameter) and sprinkle with the cinnamon, making sure to evenly layer the top of the apples.
In a medium bowl, add the flour, oats, brown sugar, and diced butter.
Use a pastry cutter or fork to combine the butter, brown sugar, oats and flour until it's crumbly. Evenly pile the topping over the apples.
Bake for 55-60 minutes until the top is golden brown and the apples are soft.
Remove from the oven and let sit for 10 minutes. Serve with ice cream
Notes
You can make this the evening before or the morning of the day you plan to serve it. Take it through step 4 and then cover the apples and streusel topping with plastic wrap and keep in the fridge until ready to bake. Then just remove the plastic wrap and bake.
Always pick a mix of firm apples. This will give you the best taste, especially when combining a tart with a sweet variety.
When making the streusel topping, make sure your butter is cold. This will help the topping to stay crumbly and delicious.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 530kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 264mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 976IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 2mg
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I can’t tell you how many times I’ve made this- it’s a little bit of a party trick I pull when friends come over. Just make sure to have vanilla bean ice cream on hand and you’ll definitely impress any visitors!! Often times I’ll make a 1/2 recipe for me and my boyfriend to enjoy over a few days 🙂Reply
This apple crisp is very easy to make and it’s delicious!!
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Is it worth an extra trip to the store for dark brown sugar if I only have light brown (want it to taste as good)? Thanks.Reply
will be equally as delish - no need to go back to store
Amazing! I will make this again asap! Would I double this for a 9 X 13?Reply
Can this be made with just fuji apples?
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sure can
Made this a week ago and WOW WOW WOW. Crowd pleaser!
Already making it again this weekend for another dinner crowd. Everyone gushed. Also, couldn't be EASIER!
This will be *the* crisp recipe in this house, for eternity!Reply
I keep going back to this recipe.
Soft apples, not too much sugar, crispy topping. Family favourite.Reply
Out of this WORLD! There are no other apple crisp recipes worth bothering with.
Made this last weekend and the whole family went nuts! Making it again this weekend for another dinner party.
It’s SO easy. Simple ingredients. And just WOWWWW so so delicious. Go Apple picking and make this asap!
Can I use dairy free butter and get the same deliciousness?
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yes - we've done it before for DF guests and it's still delish!
Delicious dessert, great recipe. I followed it as written and baked for a full hour in a Le Crueset 10” skillet — will make again. Literal perfection!Reply
Delicious dessert, great recipe. I followed it as written and baked for a full hour in a Le Crueset 10” skillet — will make again. Literal perfection!
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This apple crisp was the perfect ending to our thanksgiving meal today! Super easy, prepped in the morning and then baked while we ate dinner. Everyone went back for seconds. Delish!Reply
Can the crisp be made/baked a day ahead and left on the counter?
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OMG this is a great and easy dessert. It is great for breakfast or brunch too...
So delish.Reply