Introduction
There’s a reason Old-Fashioned Apple Crisp has been passed down for generations: it’s simple, cozy, and always hits the spot.
Tender apples bake into a warm cinnamon filling while a buttery oat crumble turns golden and crisp on top—creating that perfect contrast
between soft and crunchy. It’s the kind of dessert that makes a house smell like comfort and tastes even better with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
This version is truly classic: no fancy steps, no complicated ingredients—just the right balance of sweet apples, warm spice, and a crumble topping
that bakes up crisp, not soggy. Whether you serve it for Sunday dinner, the holidays, or a random Tuesday when you need something cozy, this is the
apple crisp you’ll keep coming back to.
Ingredients
Apple Filling
- 6–7 medium apples (about 2 1/2 to 3 lb / 1.1–1.4 kg), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (55 g) brown sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for thicker filling)
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Crisp Topping
- 1 cup (95 g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (150 g) brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (115 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
For Serving (Optional)
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Caramel sauce
Pan: 9×13-inch baking dish (or similar 2–3 quart dish)
