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A delicious autumnal dessert of spiced apple hand pies sits on a wooden cutting board, showcasing easy fall bakery treats.

Fall Bakery Apple Crisp Perfection

This apple crisp recipe is a fall staple, simple to make and incredibly satisfying. A combination of sweet and tart apples under a buttery oat topping, it's a dessert that evokes warmth and nostalgia, perfect for sharing with loved ones on a crisp autumn evening.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6-8 medium apples Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into cubes
  • Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream optional, for serving

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large bowl
  • Pastry blender or fingers
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven
  • Apple peeler
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, 1/4 cup flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss to coat.
  3. Pour the apple mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup flour, brown sugar, and rolled oats. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apple mixture.
  6. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

For best results, use a mix of sweet and tart apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp. If you don't have rolled oats, you can use more flour. For extra flavor, add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the topping. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving. A drizzle of caramel sauce after baking adds a wonderful touch.