Few desserts evoke the feeling of warmth and home like a classic apple crisp. With tender, cinnamon-spiced apples beneath a golden, buttery topping, this simple dessert has been a staple in kitchens for generations. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, apple crisp is the embodiment of cozy comfort.
Ingredients You’ll Need
To make a classic apple crisp, you’ll need two main components: the apple filling and the crisp topping. Here’s a standard list:
For the filling:
6 cups of peeled and sliced apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon lemon juice (prevents browning and adds brightness)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (to thicken the juices)
For the crisp topping:
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Step-by-Step Instructions
