Easy Apple Crisp with Oats (Crispy, Buttery Topping)
Indulge in the warmth of fall with this Easy Apple Crisp with Oats, featuring a crispy, buttery topping that perfectly complements tender, spiced apples. This delightful dessert is not only easy to prepare but also brings a comforting touch to any gathering. With just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal ingredients, you can create a classic treat that will leave your family and friends craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–7 medium apples (Granny Smith + Honeycrisp blend)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp fine salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Prepare a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin pieces. Toss them in a bowl with lemon juice, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Spread the apple mixture in the baking dish and sprinkle the oat topping evenly over it.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbling at the edges.
- Allow it to cool for about 15–20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the crisp (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg