Easy Old Fashioned Apple Crisp Recipe

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Easy Apple Crisp is an old-fashioned recipe with sweet baked apples and a crisp topping that is easy to make and bakes up in just 30 minutes!!

old fashioned apple crisp on white plate with scoop of vanilla ice cream

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Sorry y’all-I’m in full fall mode. The weather here in Georgia maxed out in the upper 70s the last few days which is super cool for this time of year so I’m telling myself it’s okay to post everything apple and pumpkins for the next few months-okay with you? 

I was wondering what kind of recipe to post for you all this week when I realized that the fruit bowl on my kitchen table was overflowing with apples (side note-why do my kids always want whatever type of fruit I DON’T have in the house but then when I stock up they ignore it??

Since the kiddos weren’t eating them raw I certainly couldn’t let them go to waste so I whipped up this super easy, classic Apple Crisp recipe (Also called apple crumble!) With only six ingredients and ready in less than an hour from start to finish, this is one of my very favorite apple desserts!

Why I love this recipe

Like our peanut butter apple crisp, this is a classic dessert that is super easy to make. If you can slice apples, you can make this easy apple crisp recipe! It’s the perfect way to use leftover apples that might be a little past their prime. The sweet apple filling and crunchy oat topping make this the perfect fall dessert!

Ingredients

apple crisp ingredients on marble countertop
  • apples
  • cinnamon
  • all-purpose flour
  • quick oats
  • brown sugar
  • butter

Step by step

  1. Core the apples then slice thinly. (I leave the peel on mine but you are welcome to peel them if you prefer.) 
  2. Place the sliced apples and cinnamon in a large bowl and stir to evenly coat. Pour cinnamon-coated apples into prepared pan.
  3. Mix flour, oats, and brown sugar in a large bowl. 
  4. Stir in butter and mix until uniform, then pour oat mixture evenly over the top of the apple mixture. 
  5. Bake 30 minutes or until golden brown. Serve this delicious old-fashioned apple crisp from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce and enjoy! 
spoonful of old fashioned apple crisp with vanilla ice cream

What kind of apples are best for homemade apple crisp?

My personal favorite type of apple for this recipe are Granny Smith apples or Honeycrisp apples because they stand up to baking well. You can also use a mix of apples if you prefer. Here is an article from Bon Appetit on the best apple varieties for baking.

Tips for best results

  • Use unsalted butter. 
  • Slice apples very thin to ensure they bake properly.
  • Granny Smith or Honey Crisp apples are the best bet for this recipe.

Storage

This recipe is best served fresh. You can store it for up to 3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator but the topping gets soft when stored. Trust me, eat it up immediately for the best taste of that crunchy topping!

More apple recipes you might enjoy, perfect for apple season:

If you’ve tried this recipe please comment and rate it below, I love hearing from you! 

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serving of apple crisp on white plate with scoop of vanilla ice cream

Easy Apple Crisp Recipe


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Description

Old-fashioned apple crisp is a classic dessert consisting of sliced apples tossed with cinnamon and topped with a crumbly topping of oats, flour, butter, and brown sugar. It’s baked until the apples are tender and the crumb topping is golden and crisp, creating a comforting dessert and nostalgic treat perfect for the fall season or any time of year.


Ingredients

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  • 6 apples – your favorite variety
  • 2.5 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2/3 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 cups quick oats
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 9 tablespoons (1 stick + 1 tablespoon) unsalted butter, melted
  • vanilla ice cream for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly spray a 9 by 13″ baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Core apples and slice thinly-you may peel if desired, I leave the skin on mine.
  3. Place the apples and cinnamon in a large bowl and stir to evenly coat. Pour apples into the prepared pan.
  4. Mix flour, oats, and brown sugar in a large bowl. Stir in butter and mix until uniform.
  5. Pour crumble topping evenly over the top of the apples.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.

Notes

  • Use unsalted butter.
  • Slice apples very thin to ensure they bake properly.
  • Granny Smith or Honey Crisp apples are the best bet for this recipe.
  • This recipe is best served fresh. You can store it for up to 3 days in the refrigerator but the topping gets soft when stored. Trust me, eat it up immediately for the best taste!
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: dessert
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 385
  • Sugar: 29.9 g
  • Sodium: 9.6 mg
  • Fat: 14.9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 59.6 g
  • Protein: 5.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 34.3 mg

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