Nilla Apple Crisp Recipe

Warm up your kitchen with this irresistible Nilla Apple Crisp recipe! Inspired by Kraft Food & Family Magazine, this comforting dessert features tender apples baked to perfection under a crunchy oat and Nilla wafer topping. The buttery Nilla wafer crumbs add a delightful texture and unexpected sweetness that elevates this classic crisp to a whole new level. Get ready for a taste of autumn in every bite!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 55 mins

Calories 169.7 kcal

Protein 2g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Nilla Apple Crisp

6 medium Granny Smith apples (about 6 cups sliced)
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted margarine
1 1/2 cups Nilla Wafers
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
pinch salt

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How to Make Nilla Apple Crisp

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Peel, core, and slice 6 medium apples (about 6 cups).
In a large bowl, toss the apples with 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
Pour the apple mixture into an 8-inch or 9-inch baking dish.
In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional), and a pinch of salt.
Cut in 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted margarine using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Crush 1 ½ cups Nilla Wafers into crumbs. Add to the oat mixture and stir well to combine.
Evenly spread the crumb mixture over the apples in the baking dish.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Nilla Apple Crisp?

Nilla Apple Crisp takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Nilla Apple Crisp?

Nilla Apple Crisp has approximately 169.7 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Nilla Apple Crisp?

The key ingredients for Nilla Apple Crisp are Granny Smith Apples, Brown Sugar, Ground Cinnamon, Old Fashioned Oats, Margarine, Reduced Fat Vanilla Wafers. See the full list with measurements above.