Save to Pinterest A cozy, comforting dessert featuring tender apples baked with a golden, cinnamon-infused oat topping—made effortlessly with just five simple ingredients.
I have fond memories of baking this crisp on chilly evenings when my family gathered around for a sweet treat.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 5 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
- Sweetener: 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
- Oats: 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- Fat: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Spice: 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish.
- Step 2:
- Spread the sliced apples evenly over the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Step 3:
- In a medium bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon. Stir until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 4:
- Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apples.
- Step 5:
- Bake for 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Step 6:
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings joy at family gatherings and makes the house smell wonderfully warm and inviting.
Required Tools
8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish Mixing bowl Peeler Knife Spoon or spatula
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (butter) and may contain gluten if oats are not certified gluten-free For gluten-free needs use certified gluten-free oats For dairy allergies substitute butter with a plant-based alternative
Nutritional Information
Calories 275 Total Fat 11 g Carbohydrates 44 g Protein 2 g
Save to Pinterest This warm cinnamon oat apple crisp is perfect for comforting evenings and easy enough to make any day of the week.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of apples work best?
Firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp maintain texture and balance sweetness when baked.
- → Can I substitute the butter?
Yes, plant-based oils like coconut oil can replace butter for a dairy-free option.
- → How can I add extra crunch?
Incorporating chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts into the oat topping adds pleasant texture.
- → What temperature is best for baking?
Bake at 350°F (175°C) until the topping is golden and fruit is tender, about 35 minutes.
- → Are oats gluten-free?
Use certified gluten-free oats to avoid gluten contamination if needed.