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Crispy Apple Crisp Recipe – Easy Homemade Crumble Dessert

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This easy homemade apple crisp features tender, cinnamon-spiced apples beneath a golden, crispy crumble topping. It’s a comforting dessert perfect for family gatherings, cozy dinners, or bake sales.

Ingredients

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  • 6–7 medium apples (about 2 1/2 lbs), peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji recommended)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (or almond/oat flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes (or vegan butter/coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Peel, core, and slice apples into 1/4-inch thick slices. Toss with lemon juice in a large bowl.
  3. Add granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), cornstarch, and salt to apples. Stir until evenly coated.
  4. Spread apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish and press down gently.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon, salt, and nuts (if using). Toss together.
  6. Add cold butter cubes and blend into the mixture using a pastry cutter, two forks, or your fingers until pea-sized crumbs form.
  7. Sprinkle crumble topping evenly over apples without pressing down.
  8. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, until topping is deep golden and apples are bubbling at the edges. Tent with foil if topping browns too quickly.
  9. Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
  10. Serve warm, topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes if needed.

Notes

Mix tart and sweet apples for best flavor. Keep butter cold for a crispy topping. For gluten-free, use almond or oat flour; for dairy-free, use coconut oil or vegan butter. Add berries or peaches for seasonal variation. Let cool before serving for best texture. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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