Save A cozy, rustic dessert featuring tender baked apples under a golden, cinnamon-infused oat topping. Perfect for chilly evenings and simple enough for any night of the week.
Ingredients
- Fruit Base: 5 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) peeled, cored, and sliced
- Fruit Base: 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Crisp Topping: 1 cup rolled oats
- Crisp Topping: 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- Crisp Topping: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 2 quart baking dish.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with the ground cinnamon until evenly coated. Spread the apples evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Step 3:
- In another bowl, combine the oats and brown sugar. Pour in the melted butter and mix until the topping is crumbly and evenly moistened.
- Step 4:
- Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apples.
- Step 5:
- Bake for 35 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Step 6:
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Save Notes
For a gluten free version ensure your oats are certified gluten free
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Apple peeler/corer 2 quart baking dish Spoon or spatula Oven mitts
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (butter) May contain gluten if oats are not certified gluten free Contains no nuts unless added Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens and cross contamination
Save Recipe Help
- → What type of apples work best?
Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples provide a good balance of tartness and sweetness, maintaining texture when baked.
- → Can I add nuts to the topping?
Yes, adding chopped pecans or walnuts to the oat topping enhances crunch and flavor.
- → How do I make this crisp gluten-free?
Use certified gluten-free rolled oats to keep the topping safe for gluten-sensitive diets.
- → What is the recommended baking time and temperature?
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35 minutes until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- → Can other fruits be used instead of apples?
Pears or dried cranberries can be used for variation, adding different textures and flavors.
- → What are good serving suggestions?
Serve warm on its own or paired with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.