Easy Apple Crisp with Insanely Streusel Topping Recipe

Introduction

This easy apple crisp is loaded with an indulgent streusel topping that’s bursting with warm spices. Tender, thinly sliced apples baked under a crunchy, buttery oat mixture make it a perfect comfort dessert. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients

• 8 large apples
• 1 & 1/2 cups brown sugar
• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup old fashioned oats
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 & 1/2 teaspoons nutmeg
• 3/4 cup salted butter, softened
• Vanilla ice cream, for serving
• Homemade caramel sauce, for serving

Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and core the apples. Slice them very thin and uniformly using a sharp knife or mandolin.
2. Step 2: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
3. Step 3: Place the sliced apples evenly in the prepared pan.
4. Step 4: In a medium bowl, mix together brown sugar, flour, oats, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5. Step 5: Cut in the softened butter using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the apples.
7. Step 7: Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the apples are tender and a knife slides in easily.
8. Step 8: Let the crisp stand for a few minutes before serving warm or at room temperature with ice cream and caramel sauce.

Tips & Variations

• Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance between sweet and tangy flavors.
• For extra crunch, add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the streusel topping.
• If you prefer a less sweet crisp, reduce the brown sugar by 1/4 cup.

Storage

Store leftover apple crisp covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the entire dish in the oven at 350 degrees F until heated through. Adding fresh ice cream after reheating keeps it delicious.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen apples for this recipe?

Fresh apples work best for texture and flavor, but if using frozen, thaw and drain them well to avoid excess moisture in the crisp.

How do I make homemade caramel sauce?

You can find simple caramel sauce recipes online that use sugar, butter, and cream cooked until golden and smooth. It’s a wonderful addition to this dessert.

Easy Apple Crisp with Insanely Streusel Topping Recipe

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This Easy Apple Crisp features a generous, buttery streusel topping that complements tender, thinly sliced apples baked to perfection. Served warm with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of homemade caramel sauce, this classic dessert is a comforting favorite perfect for any occasion.

• Author: nova
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
• Total Time: 55-60 minutes
• Yield: 12–16 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Apples

• 8 large apples

Streusel Topping

• 1 & 1/2 cups brown sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup old fashioned oats
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 & 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 3/4 cup salted butter, softened (1 stick plus 1/2 stick)

To Serve

• Vanilla ice cream
• Homemade caramel sauce

Instructions

1. Prepare the Apples: Peel and core the apples carefully. Using a sharp knife or mandolin slicer, slice the apples into very thin, uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
2. Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
3. Assemble Apples in Pan: Arrange the sliced apples evenly in the greased pan, spreading them out to create a uniform layer.
4. Make Streusel Topping: In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, oats, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well until evenly blended.
5. Incorporate Butter: Using a fork or pastry cutter, cut the softened butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs forming the streusel topping.
6. Top the Apples: Sprinkle the prepared streusel mixture evenly over the apple slices in the baking pan.
7. Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake at 375°F for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center slides in easily and apples are fork-tender.
8. Cool Slightly: Remove from oven and let the apple crisp stand for a few minutes before serving.
9. Serve: Serve warm or at room temperature with generous scoops of vanilla ice cream and drizzle with homemade caramel sauce.

Notes

• You can use a variety of apples for complexity in flavor—Granny Smith and Honeycrisp work well.
• For extra texture, add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts into the streusel topping.
• If you prefer, substitute salted butter with unsalted butter and add a pinch of salt to the streusel mixture.
• The apple crisp can be made ahead and reheated in the oven before serving.

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