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The BEST Apple Crisp Recipe

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This classic Apple Crisp recipe features a wonderfully cozy combination of tart Granny Smith and sweet Honey Crisp apples baked under a buttery, oat-streusel topping. With warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, it makes a perfect dessert for any season, served best with vanilla bean ice cream and a sprinkle of sea salt flakes or drizzled salted caramel for an extra indulgent touch.

Ingredients

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Apples and Fruit Mixture

  • 4 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
  • 4 Honey Crisp apples, peeled and diced
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Streusel Topping

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Optional Toppings

  • Vanilla bean ice cream
  • Salted caramel sauce
  • Sea salt flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the apple crisp evenly.
  2. Prepare Apples and Spice Mix: In a 12×8 oval baking dish, place the peeled and diced Granny Smith and Honey Crisp apples. In a separate bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss the apples with this mixture thoroughly to coat all the pieces evenly.
  3. Make Streusel Topping: In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking powder, brown sugar, and sea salt. Add the unsalted butter and use a fork or pastry cutter to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Assemble Crisp: Evenly spread the streusel topping in a single layer over the coated apples in the baking dish, ensuring full coverage.
  5. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the topping turns a beautiful golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender.
  6. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. Top with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream, drizzle with salted caramel sauce if desired, and sprinkle sea salt flakes for an irresistible combination of sweet and salty flavors.

Notes

  • Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for a balanced flavor and texture.
  • Make sure to cut the butter into the streusel mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs to achieve the perfect crunchy topping.
  • Optional toppings like vanilla bean ice cream and salted caramel add richness but can be omitted for a simpler dessert.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.

Keywords: apple crisp, apple dessert, baked apple dessert, fall dessert, easy apple recipe, streusel topping, classic dessert

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