Pin It A warm, homey dessert featuring tender spiced apples beneath a buttery soft crumb topping—perfect for cozy evenings or simple sweet cravings.
I have fond memories of making this spiced apple crisp with my family on chilly autumn nights, filling the house with the scent of cinnamon and baked apples.
Ingredients
- Apples: 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced; 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Filling: 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 2 tbsp light brown sugar; 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg; 1/8 tsp ground cloves; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Soft Crumb Topping: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter a 9-inch baking dish.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice. Add sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and flour. Toss until evenly coated.
- Step 3:
- Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
- Step 4:
- In another bowl, combine flour, oats, butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until soft, moist crumbs form.
- Step 5:
- Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the apples.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender.
- Step 7:
- Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Pin It This dessert always brings loved ones together around the table for sweet conversation and warm smiles.
Notes
Pairs well with a glass of dessert wine or hot spiced tea.
Required Tools
9-inch baking dish, mixing bowls, peeler and corer, knife and cutting board, pastry cutter or fork
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), Dairy (butter). Oats may be cross-contaminated with gluten—use certified gluten-free oats if required. Double-check labels for allergens if using pre-packaged ingredients.
Pin It This spiced apple crisp is the perfect cozy dessert to enjoy any time of year.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of apples work best?
Firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp hold their shape and provide the right balance of tartness.
- → Can I add nuts to the topping?
Yes, chopped walnuts or pecans can be mixed into the crumb topping for extra crunch and flavor.
- → Is it possible to substitute pears for apples?
Pears make a great alternative, offering a softer texture and subtle sweetness.
- → How should the crisp be served?
It’s best enjoyed warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- → Can I prepare the crumb topping in advance?
You can mix the crumb mixture ahead of time and refrigerate it to keep the butter firm until baking.