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Looking for a delicious and comforting dessert to warm up your home this fall? Look no further than this crowd-pleasing apple crisp recipe that will fill your kitchen with the cozy scent of cinnamon and baked apples. Easy to make and always a hit, this apple crisp is the perfect blend of crispy topping and sweet, tender apples. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate autumn treat.
The Best Apple Crisp Recipe
Ingredients:
– 6 cups of peeled and sliced apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
– 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
– 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
– 1 cup of all-purpose flour
– 1 cup of old-fashioned oats
– 1 cup of packed brown sugar
– 1/2 cup of chopped pecans (optional)
– 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, melted
– Vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples and lemon juice, tossing to coat the apples evenly. Add the granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the bowl, and stir until the apples are well coated with the sugar and spices.
3. Spread the seasoned apple slices evenly in the prepared baking dish, making sure they cover the bottom in a single layer.
4. In another bowl, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, and chopped pecans until well combined. Pour the melted butter over the mixture and stir until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples in the baking dish, covering them completely and creating a nice, thick layer of crisp.
6. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling around the edges.
7. Once the apple crisp is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. This dessert is best enjoyed warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.
This delicious apple crisp is a wonderful way to celebrate the flavors of fall and impress your family and friends with a homemade dessert that tastes like it came straight from a cozy bakery. With its crunchy oat topping and tender, cinnamon-spiced apples, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a slice of warm apple crisp that will fill your home with the sweet aroma of autumn.
