Few desserts capture the warmth and comfort of home quite like a freshly baked apple crisp. With its sweet cinnamon spiced apples and perfectly crunchy oat topping, this recipe is simple yet deeply satisfying. It is the kind of dessert that fills your kitchen with a cozy aroma and your heart with comfort. Whether served warm with ice cream or enjoyed on its own, it is a treat you will crave again and again.
Ingredients List
- 6 medium apples, peeled and sliced
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup old fashioned oats
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- A pinch of salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
Step 2: Prepare the Apple Filling
In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Toss gently until apples are evenly coated. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Step 3: Make the Oat Topping
In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Add cold butter cubes and use your fingertips or a pastry cutter to mix until the texture becomes crumbly.
Step 4: Assemble and Bake
Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apple filling. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the apple juices are bubbling around the edges.
Step 5: Cool and Serve
Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the perfect dessert.

Cook Time
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings
Serves 6 to 8
Nutritional Information (approx. per serving)
Calories: 310 kcal
Carbohydrates: 50 g
Protein: 3 g
Fat: 12 g
Fiber: 4 g
Storage Instructions
Store leftover apple crisp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 10 minutes to regain its crisp texture.
Suggestions
Add a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans to the topping for extra crunch. You can also drizzle a little caramel sauce over the baked crisp for a richer flavor.
Seasonal Relevance
Apple crisp is a perfect dessert for autumn when fresh apples are in season, but it can be enjoyed any time of the year as a cozy homemade treat.
Conclusion
This Easy Apple Crisp with Oats is the perfect balance of sweet, warm apples and a golden crunchy topping. Simple to make yet incredibly delicious, it is a dessert that always delights. Serve it fresh from the oven for an unforgettable homemade comfort experience.
Easy Apple Crisp with Oats You’ll Crave
6 to 8
servings15
minutes40
minutes310 kcal per serving
kcalThis easy apple crisp with oats is the perfect cozy dessert. With tender cinnamon spiced apples and a buttery oat crumble topping, it is simple to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
6 medium apples, peeled and sliced
2 teaspoons lemon juice
½ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup old fashioned oats
½ cup all purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
A pinch of salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 180°C and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix apples, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Spread in dish.
- Combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Add butter and mix until crumbly.
- Sprinkle topping over apples and bake 35–40 minutes until golden.
- Cool slightly and serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
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Notes
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat at 160°C for 10 minutes to crisp it up again.
- Add nuts or caramel drizzle for extra flavor.
