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Easy Apple Crisp

Stacey – October 12, 2021 – 26 Comments

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spoonful of Easy Apple Crisp

While pumpkin and pumpkin spice both get a lot of airtime in the fall, a recent survey of my readers easily showed apples are the real star of fall desserts. That combined with a few recent requests from readers for my Apple Crisp recipe, means today is just about that… Apple Crisp.

This delicious dish of decadent cooked apples flavored with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg is topped with a buttery rolled oat and brown sugar topping that just tastes like fall!

Easy Apple Crisp with scoop of ice cream

What kind of apples should I use for my Apple Crisp?

The truth is, really any apple will work in this recipe. So if you’ve already got some on hand, use those.

For me, I generally recommend using a firm-fleshed apple like a Granny Smith when baking. It’s got tons of tangy and tart apple flavor and is firm enough to not turn to complete mush when baking. You can also use other firm-fleshed apples like Honeycrisp, Fuji, Braeburn, Pink Lady or others.

spoonful of Easy Apple Crisp

Peeled and diced? Is that the only way to go?

When it comes time to prep those delicious apples, I like to peel and dice mine for this recipe. Some apple peels can often get tough when cooked and though it is one more step to have to peel them, I think it’s worth the effort. With that being said, you can absolutely leave the peels on the apples if you wish. You can also put one of these fancy peelers to good work, too. I have one and love it.

When it comes to the dicing part, that’s just personal preference, too. I feel like the smaller bites of apple are easier to fit on a spoon and less cumbersome when eating, but many recipes call for the apples to simply be sliced. As always, you do you. It will be just as tasty either way.

Easy Apple Crisp with scoop of ice cream

When it comes time to serve this, I usually serve it slightly warm with a big ol’ scoop of vanilla ice cream. I have also been known to pour a little heavy cream right over the top, too. Life’s all about balance, folks! 😂 Y’all enjoy!

Easy Apple Crisp with scoop of ice cream
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Easy Apple Crisp

Course Dessert
Cuisine American, southern
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Servings 6
Author Stacey Little | Southern Bite

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 pounds firm, tart apples (like Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and diced (4 to 5 medium apples)
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice*

For the crumble topping:

  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly spray a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add the apples and orange juice and toss to coat. Pour evenly into the prepared baking dish. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, and melted butter until a crumble forms. Sprinkle over the apple mixture.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until the filling is thick and bubbling around the edges and the apples are tender. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Notes

* You can also use lemon juice here, but I much prefer the orange juice. 
Easy Apple Crisp with scoop of ice cream
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  1. Beth Howell

    November 14, 2022 at 4:34 pm

    As a student and (later on) as a teacher, this recipe took me back to my school days, reminding me of Ms Violet who could make THE BEST Apple Crisp EVER! This recipe was a total treat, and I made it for my first get-together with the H20 Aquatics group from the YMCA…Oh, the complements poured in! I’m passing the recipe along now! #southernbite

    Reply
    • Stacey

      November 15, 2022 at 9:30 am

      Thanks so much, Beth! I love how food can transport us like that. Glad to hear everyone enjoyed it!

      Reply
  2. Victoria Stowe

    October 22, 2022 at 6:45 pm

    Wow! This is the first recipe that I’ve made from one that I’ve seen online!
    This turned out really well and it was EASY! The only problem I had was not having a 2 qt. baking dish, so I used my 13×9 and I have to say, it didn’t take as long to bake, but I should have used more apples. The good part is that there is more crunchy topping to enjoy!
    Thank you for sharing this really Easy Apple Crisp! And I will be using it again and again..

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 26, 2022 at 9:50 am

      Hi Victoria! Thanks for trusting one of my recipes to be your first! Glad to hear you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  3. Wendy Hampton

    October 4, 2022 at 9:54 am

    OUTSTANDING! I have had a craving for apple crisp for the last several Fall seasons! I really have struggled because all of the recipes were way too sweet. Not like the Apple Crisp I remembered from Valleydale School waaaay back in the 60’s! But finally…my quest has been successful! Not too much sugar, the tang of orange juice and the spices I remember! Thank you Stacy for recreating this memory for me! I will delete all the other recipes I have gathered…I don’t need them any more!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 5, 2022 at 9:41 am

      I’m so glad you loved it!

      Reply
  4. Beverly J Davies

    October 3, 2022 at 8:51 pm

    Yummy…beverly Jean

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 5, 2022 at 9:41 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  5. Catherine Hardon

    June 6, 2022 at 1:04 pm

    Cannot wait to make this! Sound SOO good. Do you think I could substitute the flour for gluten free flour and the butter for dairy free butter? Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      June 7, 2022 at 1:50 pm

      Hi Catherine! I have virtually no experience with gluten free flour and dairy free butter, so I can’t say for sure. In theory, it should work just fine. I’ve just not tested it. If you try it, please come back and let me know how it turns out.

      Reply
  6. Teresa

    October 18, 2021 at 7:16 pm

    I made this yesterday and everyone loved it! Thanks for sharing this recipe Stacey.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 19, 2021 at 2:40 pm

      So glad to hear you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  7. Natasha

    October 17, 2021 at 7:03 pm

    My kids love this recipe! Thank you for sharing! Should we refrigerate if there are any leftover?

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 18, 2021 at 10:29 am

      So glad to hear they enjoyed it! I’d recommend keeping it in the fridge.

      Reply
  8. meems

    October 17, 2021 at 2:58 pm

    first recipe for apple crisp I have come across where the butter is melted, not VERY cold and cubed? am SOOOOO looking forward to making your crisp! wooo hoooo! thanks!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 18, 2021 at 10:38 am

      Sure hope you’ll enjoy it!

      Reply
  9. Charlie DeSando

    October 13, 2021 at 1:45 pm

    Superb recipe. Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 15, 2021 at 9:09 am

      Thanks, Charlie!

      Reply
  10. Mary Kincaid

    October 12, 2021 at 7:58 pm

    I made one yesterday and it’s gone already! But it was different than your’s , but I like the ingredients in your’s .

    Reply
    • Aida

      October 13, 2021 at 2:38 pm

      Hi …. Maybe you can also share your recipe

      Reply
  11. Penny Taylor

    October 12, 2021 at 5:46 pm

    Sounds exciting! Can’t wait to try!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 15, 2021 at 9:09 am

      Hope you’ll enjoy it!

      Reply
  12. LindY G SHERROD

    October 12, 2021 at 4:01 pm

    Stacey, can you keep a secret? I’m Southern and do NOT like pumpkin-anything….yuck. So this Apple Crisp is right up my alley. Thank you and don’t forget to keep our little secret.
    LindY Gail

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 15, 2021 at 9:10 am

      Ha! Your secret’s safe with me! 🙂

      Reply
      • Elizabeth Benoit

        October 3, 2022 at 6:49 pm

        Perfect for these first cool nights!

        Reply
        • Stacey

          October 5, 2022 at 9:42 am

          Definitely!

          Reply

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