Warm Apple Crisp
A cozy fall dessert made with spiced apples and a buttery oat topping. Perfect for chilly evenings and best served warm with vanilla ice cream.
Equipment
- 8x8-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Pastry cutter or fork
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- A Cozy Blend for Classic Apple Crisp
For the Filling
- 4 medium apples peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
For the Crisp Topping
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup brown sugar packed
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter cold and cut into small cubes
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Apples
- In a medium bowl, combine sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and flour. Toss until evenly coated.
Step 2: Arrange the Filling
- Transfer the apple mixture to a greased 8x8-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
Step 3: Make the Crisp Topping
- In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture is crumbly.
Step 4: Top the Apples
- Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apples, gently pressing down.
Step 5: Bake
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until topping is golden brown and apples are bubbly. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For deeper flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or swap in some maple syrup.
Best served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Can be made ahead and stored unbaked in the fridge for 24 hours.