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Homemade Apple Crisp with Oats: The Ultimate Recipe

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A classic American dessert featuring tender baked apples topped with a spiced, golden-brown oat crumble. Sweet-tart apples and a buttery oat topping offer a perfect balance of crunch and softness, ideal for serving with ice cream.

  • Total Time: 60
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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3 1/2 cups rolled oats
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/4 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups peeled and sliced apples (a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp recommended)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt
Add cold butter and oil; mix with a pastry cutter or fork until crumbly and slightly moistened
In a separate bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice
Transfer apples to an 8×8-inch baking dish; top evenly with oat mixture
Bake for 45–50 minutes, until golden and bubbly
Let cool slightly before serving

Notes

Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for balanced flavor
Chilling the crumble topping in the fridge for 10–15 minutes before baking enhances crispness
Optional garnish: vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a caramel drizzle
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for 5 days

  • Author: Zoey
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 45
  • Category: Mediterranean Basics
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg