Apple Crisp Recipe
This healthy and easy apple crisp recipe features cinnamon-spiced baked apples with a crunchy oat and nut topping. Vegan and gluten-free adaptable.
How to Make the Best Apple Crisp
There’s something truly comforting about a warm apple crisp fresh from the oven. This classic American dessert brings together tender, cinnamon-spiced apples with a buttery, crunchy oat topping that’s impossible to resist. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or just craving a cozy treat on a fall evening, this apple crisp delivers every time.
What makes this recipe special is its versatility. You can easily adapt it to be vegan by using coconut oil or vegan butter, and it’s simple to make gluten-free with a quality flour blend and certified gluten-free oats. The addition of maple syrup in the topping adds a subtle, natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with the warm spices.
The secret to a perfect apple crisp is using a mix of apple varieties—combine sweet apples like Honeycrisp with tart Granny Smiths for the best balance of flavors and textures. Serve it warm, straight from the oven, with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate autumn dessert experience.
Apple Crisp
This healthy and easy apple crisp recipe features cinnamon-spiced baked apples with a crunchy oat and nut topping. Vegan and gluten-free adaptable.
Ingredients
Crumb Topping
Apple Filling
Instructions
Prepare the Topping
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, nuts (if using), and salt. Add the cubed butter and drizzle in maple syrup. With a pastry cutter or forks, cut the butter in until it is evenly distributed and the mixture is crumbly. Set the crumb topping aside.
Prepare the Apples and Bake
- Peel, core, and slice apples. Cut them into chunks or thick slices. (Softer apples cook faster and can be cut larger. Crisp apples take a little longer to cook, so cut them smaller.) Place cut apples in a large bowl with lemon juice, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, ginger, and salt. Toss and stir until they are well coated.
- Butter a 9x13 inch pan. Pour the apples into the pan, scraping the bowl to get all the good juices and flavor onto the apples. Sprinkle the crumble mixture over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 35-45 minutes until bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
Notes
- For the best results, use a mix of sweet and tart apple varieties like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Braeburn.
- You can peel the apples or leave the skins on for extra texture and nutrition.
- To make this recipe vegan, substitute coconut oil or vegan butter for the regular butter.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend and certified gluten-free oats.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
