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The BEST Apple Crisp

The BEST Apple Crisp

Published: October 5, 2016 Last Updated: June 19, 2020

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If you are looking for an easy and delicious apple crisp recipe, this is the BEST apple crisp recipe I have ever tried.

Apple Crisp in a white bowl

Fall is my all time FAVORITE season!  We have several apple trees and this year, the Macintosh tree was loaded!

I love picking an apple right from the tree and biting into while it’s still a little warm from the sun.  Mmmmm!  And, my son loves to grab an apple off the tree when he gets home from school — it’s a perfect snack!

I also love  baking and cooking with apples.  Some of my favorites are Apple Bundles, Apple Cake and Apple-Cranberry Fruit Salad.

But nothing says fall like a pan full of warm apple crisp!  My mother’s recipe is the BEST and t I wanted to share with you!

Apple Crisp in a white bowl

I really think this is the THE BEST apple crisp that I’ve ever had!  The apples are get nice and soft (without becoming mushy) and the crumb topping….oh, it’s so good!  I’m just look at that picture.

And, it smells AHH-MAZING while it’s baking.   All cinnamon-y and apple-y.  Those are things.  Really.

I used Macintosh apples and one ginormous Northern Spy apple (it was all that the tree produced this year).  But you can use whatever type of apples tickle your fancy.

Jona Golds would be good and so would Honey Crisps.  You can even mix it up and use several varieties.

Apple Crisp in a red pan

I highly recommend taking a trip to your local apple orchard or farmer’s market and picking up a bushel of your favorite varieties.  Not only are you supporting local businesses and agriculture, but you’ll be sure to get great fruit that’s loaded with flavor (not water).

Then, when you get home, make a batch of this deliciousness.  You won’t be sorry.

Items I used to make this recipe:
  • Apple peeler
  • Apple slicer
  • Baking dish

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The BEST Apple Crisp

Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Total Time1 hr 5 mins
Course: Dessert
Servings: 8
Author: Christina Hitchcock
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Ingredients

Filling

  • 10 cups apples - peeled, cored and sliced
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup water

Topping

  • 1 cup quick oats
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup butter - melted

Instructions

  • Spread apples in an even layer in a 13x9 pan.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the sugar, flour and cinnamon.
  • Distribute the mixture evenly over the apples.  Pour water into the pan.
  • To prepare topping, combine all of the topping ingredients in a medium bowl.
  • Mix until the texture becomes crumbly.
  • Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apples.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

Notes

I highly recommend taking a trip to your local apple orchard or farmer's market and picking up a bushel of your favorite varieties.  Not only are you supporting local businesses and agriculture, but you'll be sure to get great fruit that's loaded with flavor (not water).
Then, when you get home, make a batch of this deliciousness.  You won't be sorry.
Dark brown sugar can give your apple crisp recipe the extra flare you've been missing! Also, You can never go wrong with caramel! bump or add that in for a sweet flavor that is to die for!
Adding ingredients such as, nuts, walnut, pecans, or macadamia nuts will give your apple crisp an extra toast ! You can not go wrong!
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Items I used to make this recipe:
  • Apple peeler
  • Apple slicer
  • Baking dish

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Comments

  1. ann b says

    September 26, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    sorry if the answer to this is right under my nose-but
    do you put the topping on top before you put in in the oven or after it’s done?

    Reply
    • Christina says

      September 26, 2011 at 1:56 pm

      Sorry…you put it on BEFORE you bake it. 🙂 Hope this helps!

      Reply
  2. Amy @ A Little Nosh says

    September 26, 2011 at 11:37 am

    Gonna have to hit the farmer’s market this weekend and stock up on some apples!

    Reply
  3. Little Mommy, Big Appetite says

    September 25, 2011 at 9:36 pm

    Sounds delish! Nothing better than the smell of cinnamon and other “fall” spices! I spent the weekend making apple “goodies” too 🙂
    http://littlemommybigappetite.blogspot.com/2011/09/apples-three-ways-grilled-apple-pizza.html

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