Apple Crisp

Apple crisp is a popular dessert dish made with baked apples and a crispy, crumbly topping. It is a classic American dessert that is often served during the fall and winter months when apples are in season.

To make apple crisp, apples are first peeled, cored, and sliced into thin pieces. These apple slices are then layered in a baking dish and sprinkled with a mixture of sugar and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, a mixture of flour, oats, brown sugar, butter, and additional cinnamon is combined to form the crisp topping. This mixture is then sprinkled over the apples, and the entire dish is baked in the oven until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.

Apple crisp is typically served warm, and it can be topped with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or caramel sauce. Some variations of apple crisp include adding nuts, raisins, or other fruits like cranberries or pears to the recipe.

SERVINGS: 4

PREPARATION TIME: 50 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

• 6 cups thinly sliced apples (about 6 medium apples)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) square baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, toss the apples with the granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 2 tablespoons of flour. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oats, 1/2 cup of flour, brown sugar, and diced butter until crumbly. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the apples.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
5. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS OR ADDITIONAL TIPS:

• Serve the apple crisp warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
• For a crunchier topping, add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the oat mixture.
• For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free oats and flour.
• If you prefer, you can make the apple crisp ahead of time and store in the refrigerator until ready to bake.