The Best Apple Crisp Recipe

Get ready to experience pure apple crisp perfection! This recipe, inspired by Ina Garten's Barefoot Contessa, delivers a shatteringly crisp topping that tastes like a dreamy shortbread cookie. We've dialed up the crunch factor by using a generous amount of apples (you can adjust to your preference!), and while we love the original's citrus zest, a simple lemon juice substitution works wonderfully. Feel free to experiment with your favorite apples (Gala apples are a fantastic choice!), or even substitute with other fruits like berries or peaches. This crisp is so good, it'll stay crisp even after chilling in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep or sharing!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 711 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for The Best Apple Crisp

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How to Make The Best Apple Crisp

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel and cut 2 1/2 lbs (about 5) apples into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the apples, 1/4 cup lemon juice (or orange juice), 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Toss gently to coat.
  4. Pour the apple mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned or quick-cooking), and 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  6. Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apple mixture, ensuring all apples are covered.
  8. Bake for 50-65 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender. The baking time may vary depending on your oven.
  9. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy warm (but be careful, it's hot!) or cold.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

340g

Fat

74g

Carbs

41g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make The Best Apple Crisp?

The Best Apple Crisp takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in The Best Apple Crisp?

The Best Apple Crisp has approximately 711 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 41 g carbohydrates and 37 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for The Best Apple Crisp?

The key ingredients for The Best Apple Crisp are Apples, Orange Zest, Lemon Zest, Orange Juice, Lemon Juice, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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