The Best Homemade Apple Crisp
Looking for the perfect fall dessert? This easy homemade apple crisp is warm, sweet, and full of cinnamon-spiced apples under a golden, buttery oat topping. It’s the ultimate comfort food — perfect for cozy evenings, family gatherings, or holiday tables.
Every bite tastes like autumn in a bowl, and the best part? You can make it with simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.
Why You’ll Love This Apple Crisp
- ✅ Easy to Make – No special equipment or complicated steps.
- ✅ Simple Ingredients – Pantry staples + fresh apples.
- ✅ Perfect for Any Occasion – Weeknight treat or holiday showstopper.
- ✅ Make Ahead Friendly – Prepare it earlier in the day and bake when ready.
Ingredients
- 6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Toss apple slices with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spread evenly in the dish.
- Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt in a bowl.
- Cut in butter until mixture forms coarse crumbs. Stir in nuts if using.
- Sprinkle topping evenly over apples.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbling.
- Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 45 min | Total Time: 1 hr
Calories: 320 | Servings: 8
Tip: For extra flavor, use a mix of sweet and tart apples like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith.
