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Apple Crisp Recipe – Easy Homemade Dessert with Ice Cream for Fall

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This cozy homemade apple crisp features tender, cinnamon-spiced apples under a golden, buttery oat crumble. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate fall dessert that’s quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • Vanilla ice cream, for serving
  • Whipped cream, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Position rack in the middle.
  2. Peel, core, and slice apples into 1/4-inch slices. Place in a mixing bowl.
  3. Add granulated sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to apples. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. Spread apple mixture evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Press down gently.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir to blend.
  6. Pour in melted butter and mix until topping is crumbly but moist. Stir in nuts if desired.
  7. Sprinkle topping evenly over apples, covering as much fruit as possible. Press lightly for extra crunch.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until topping is golden brown and apples are bubbling at the edges. If topping browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.
  9. Let crisp cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
  10. Spoon warm apple crisp into bowls and top with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Mix tart and sweet apples for best flavor. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and oats. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter and ice cream. Add a tablespoon of flour to the filling if apples are very juicy. Double the topping for extra crunch. Bake uncovered for crisp topping; tent with foil if browning too quickly. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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