Description

This **Apple Crisp with Oatmeal** is the ultimate fall dessert — tender spiced apples baked under a golden, buttery oat topping. It’s easy to make, beginner-friendly, and perfect for holidays, weeknight treats, or cozy gatherings. With pantry staples and a simple prep, this crisp is guaranteed to impress every time!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Apple Filling:

6 medium Gala apples (or your choice), peeled and sliced thin
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp flour (all-purpose or gluten-free 1:1)
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Oatmeal Crisp Topping:

3/4 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 baking dish.
In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice, then mix in flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar. Spread evenly in baking dish.
In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
Sprinkle oat topping evenly over apples without pressing down.
Bake 40–45 minutes, until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbling.
Cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce.

Notes

Use Gala apples for a naturally sweet crisp, or mix tart and sweet apples for more depth.
Rolled oats provide the best topping texture — quick oats will be softer.
Add chopped nuts, cranberries, or extra spices to customize.
To make ahead, assemble and refrigerate unbaked crisp up to 24 hours before baking.
For gluten-free, use certified GF oats and flour blend.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert, Fall Recipes, Holiday Baking
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 310
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg

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