Old Fashioned Easy Apple Crisp Recipe

This nostalgic apple crisp blends tender, spiced apples with a crunchy oat and flour crumble. The aromatic mix of cinnamon, sugars, and lemon creates a delightful flavor profile, while melted butter adds richness. Paired with creamy vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of salted caramel, it offers a heartwarming taste of tradition.

I love making my Old Fashioned Easy Apple Crisp because it reminds me of the real deal that my grandma used to make. This recipe not only tastes amazing but also packs a good nutritional punch with each bite.

I start with 6 cups of thinly sliced apples, mixing them with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon to bring out that natural sweetness and tang. The topping is a hearty blend of ½ cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats, ⅓ cup brown sugar, another ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, a pinch of salt and ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted to perfection.

I’ve seen variations like Apple Crisp Recipe With Oats Easy 9×13 and Apple Crisp With Granny Smith Apples and they all have a similar rugged charm. It gets even better when served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of salted caramel sauce.

Enjoy this treat anytime its craving season.

Why I Like this Recipe

1. I love how this apple crisp reminds me of the good old days like when my grandma used to make it. The way the apples, lemon juice, and cinnamon come together feels super nostalgic and makes me feel all warm inside.
2. One of my favorite parts is the crunchy crumble topping. It has that perfect balance of sweet and spice from the brown sugar and extra cinnamon which makes each bite really satisfying.
3. I also like how the dish turns into a dessert masterpiece once you add the vanilla ice cream and drizzle the salted caramel sauce. It makes everything pop and gives it a unique, cozy vibe.
4. Lastly, I really appreciate how simple it is to put together. The recipe is easy enough to follow and the ingredients are ones i probably have on hand, so i can whip it up any time i want a comforting treat.

Ingredients

• Ripe apples bring natural sweetness, fiber, and vitamins; they create a perfectly balanced tart flavor.
• Rolled oats add hearty texture with wholesome carbohydrates and fiber that aid genuine satisfaction.
• Brown sugar provides rich sweetness and moisture; it enhances the crisp topping’s luscious caramel notes.
• Lemon juice adds a bright tartness that cuts through the sweetness without overwhelming flavors.
• Melted butter brings rich flavor and helps combine the ingredients into a smooth, delightful mixture.
• Cinnamon provides warm spiciness; its scented aroma is comforting and inviting with every bite.
• Granulated sugar boosts sweetness, perfectly balancing tangy and savory notes throughout the crisp.

Ingredient Quantities

• 6 cups thinly sliced apples (about 6 medium apples, peeled and cored)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
• ⅓ cup brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon extra ground cinnamon
• A pinch of salt
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• Vanilla ice cream (for serving)
• Salted caramel sauce (for drizzling)

How to Make this

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly.

2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon. Then, spread the apples evenly in the prepared dish.

3. In another bowl, mix ½ cup flour, ½ cup rolled oats, ⅓ cup brown sugar, ½ teaspoon extra ground cinnamon and a pinch of salt.

4. Pour in the ¼ cup melted unsalted butter and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly; it should look like a coarse sand mixture.

5. Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples in the baking dish.

6. Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 45-50 minutes, until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.

7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

8. Serve a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of the warm apple crisp.

9. Drizzle some salted caramel sauce over everything.

10. Grab a fork and enjoy your old fashioned apple crisp like Grandma used to make it!

Equipment Needed

1. Preheated oven set to 375°F
2. Greased 9×13-inch baking dish
3. One large bowl for tossing apple slices
4. A second bowl for mixing the crumble topping
5. Measuring cups and spoons for all the ingredients
6. A knife or apple corer for slicing apples
7. A stirring spoon or spatula for mixing the topping
8. Oven mitts to safely handle the hot dish
9. A serving scoop and fork for dishing out the apple crisp with ice cream and drizzled sauce

FAQ

Old Fashioned Easy Apple Crisp Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you’re out of granulated sugar, you could try using coconut sugar – it gives a subtle caramel touch.
• If you don’t have enough lemon juice, a splash of lime juice can work just as fine, though it might add a slight tang
• Instead of old fashioned rolled oats, you might use quick oats – just be sure to reduce the baking time a little because they bake faster
• If unsalted butter isn’t available, you can use salted butter, but lessen any extra salt in the recipe so it doesn’t get too salty

Pro Tips

1. Make sure you really mix the apples with the sugar, lemon juice and cinnamon before you put them in the dish; doing this helps boost the flavor and makes the apples even more tender.

2. If u want your topping to be extra crunchy, stir in the melted butter just right before you sprinkle it on the apples so it doesn’t get soggy.

3. Keep an eye on the crisp once it gets into the oven, especially after about 40 minutes. Ovens can run hotter than they say and you dont want the topping to burn.

4. Try tossing in some chopped walnuts into the topping mix if you like extra crunch. It adds a fun texture and really works well with the caramel drizzle.