The Best Apple Crisp Recipe with Crumb Topping

Apple Crisp with Crumb Topping is the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apples baked under a buttery, golden-brown crumb topping.

It’s a simple yet decadent treat that captures the cozy flavors of fall. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dessert that’s truly irresistible!

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• 9×13-inch baking dish
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Apple peeler, corer, and slicer (optional)
• Pastry cutter or fork

Ingredients

For the Apple Filling

• 6 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

For the Crumb Topping

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Apples: In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until evenly coated. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
3. Make the Crumb Topping: In another bowl, mix the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture forms a crumbly texture.
4. Assemble: Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apple mixture.
5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
6. Cool and Serve: Allow the crisp to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

45 minutes

Total Time

1 hour 5 minutes

Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 310
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fat: 12g
• Fiber: 4g

Expert Tips

• Apple Selection: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor balance. Granny Smith and Honeycrisp work beautifully together.
• Crispier Topping: Toast the oats lightly before mixing for an extra crispy topping.
• Prevent Browning: Toss the apple slices in lemon juice immediately after peeling and slicing to prevent them from browning.
• Doubling the Recipe: This recipe doubles easily for larger gatherings—just adjust the baking time slightly.

FAQs

Can I make this ahead of time? Yes! Assemble the crisp and refrigerate it uncooked for up to 24 hours. Bake it just before serving.
What can I use instead of oats in the topping? Substitute crushed graham crackers, nuts, or additional flour for oats.
How do I store leftovers? Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can I freeze apple crisp? Yes, freeze baked crisp for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven.
What if my apples are too juicy? Toss them with an extra tablespoon of flour or cornstarch to thicken the filling.

Storing & Reheating

• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze the fully baked crisp for up to 3 months.
• Reheating: Warm individual servings in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or reheat the entire dish in a 350°F oven until heated through.

Substitutions & Variations

• Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free oats and a gluten-free flour blend.
• Sugar-Free: Substitute sugar with a natural sweetener like monk fruit or stevia.
• Nutty Topping: Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the crumb topping for extra crunch.
• Berry Mix: Mix in fresh or frozen berries with the apples for a fruity twist.

The Best Apple Crisp Recipe with Crumb Topping

Apple Crisp with Crumb Topping is the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apples baked under a buttery, golden-brown crumb topping.

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Equipment

• - 9x13-inch baking dish
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• - Apple peeler, corer, and slicer (optional)
• - Pastry cutter or fork

Ingredients

  

• #### For the Apple Filling
• - 6 large apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, peeled, cored, and sliced
• - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• - 1/3 cup brown sugar
• - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• - 1/4 teaspoon salt
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• #### For the Crumb Topping
• - 1 cup all-purpose flour
• - 1 cup rolled oats
• - 1 cup brown sugar
• - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• - 1/4 teaspoon salt
• - 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted

Instructions

 

• **Preheat Oven:** Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
• **Prepare the Apples:** In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until evenly coated. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
• **Make the Crumb Topping:** In another bowl, mix the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture forms a crumbly texture.
• **Assemble:** Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apple mixture.
• **Bake:** Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
• **Cool and Serve:** Allow the crisp to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped