Aunt Barb S Apple Crisp Recipe

This apple crisp recipe, a family heirloom passed down from Aunt Barb, is guaranteed to become a new favorite! Featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apples baked under a buttery, crunchy oat topping, it's the perfect comforting dessert. Enjoy warm with a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream – homemade or store-bought!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 383.7 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Aunt Barb S Apple Crisp

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Ingredients for Aunt Barb S Apple Crisp

  • 6 medium apples (about 6 cups), peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar + 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Oatmeal
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon + 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

How to Make Aunt Barb S Apple Crisp

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Peel, core, and slice 6 medium apples (about 6 cups).
  4. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
  5. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender. If the topping browns too quickly, cover the edges of the dish loosely with foil.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving warm with a scoop of ice cream.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

171g

Fat

44g

Carbs

20g