This easy apple crisp recipe is one of my favorite autumn treats! I mixed tart apples with sugar and cinnamon and topped them with a crunchy oat crumble. I like to add chopped pecans for an extra crunch, and they really set this crisp apart from the rest. This recipe is as easy to prepare as it is to eat!
There are no complicated steps in this easy apple crisp recipe. Just slice, mix, pour, and bake. I used pantry staple ingredients I know I always have on hand to make things easier. This apple crisp is lighter than a traditional double-crust apple pie and way quicker to make. It’s so good with a heaping scoop of ice cream!
What’s in This Easy Apple Crisp Recipe?
- Apples: I like to use Granny Smith since they have a naturally tart flavor that balances out the sweetness of the topping. Cortlands will also work well.
- Sugar: Granulated sugar sweetens the apple filling, while brown sugar sweetens the crisp topping.
- Flour: All-purpose flour helps thicken the apple filling and bind the crisp topping.
- Salt: A bit of kosher salt enhances the flavor of the apple filling.
- Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon adds warmth to the apple filling.
- Oats: Old-fashioned oats make the topping crispy. Quick oats will work in a pinch but won’t be quite as chewy and may be a bit powdery.
- Butter: Unsalted butter helps the topping brown and turn crispy.
- Pecans: Chopped pecans add a wonderful nutty flavor and a delightful crunch.
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How to Store and Reheat
I recommend storing this easy apple crisp tightly covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Enjoy cold or reheated in the microwave for about 30 seconds.
Tips for Success
- I prefer to use melted butter to get an evenly mixed crumble topping, but you can use softened butter to create a slightly more uneven result.
- You can double the recipe easily. Just use a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Top Reader Review
- “Best apple crisp recipe! Easy & all ingredients I had on hand. The 1st time I only had almonds & it was delicious! Now I use a mix of both or any candied nuts I have on hand. I drizzle a little honey on top before I bake it also. My go to recipe now! Thank you so much” -Rebecca Z.
Easy Apple Crisp Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups sliced Granny Smith apples from 4 apples (¼-inch thick slices)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Topping
- ¾ cup old fashioned oats
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted (1 stick)
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- 8×8 Baking Pan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray an 8×8-inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, use a spatula to fold together the apples, sugar, flour, salt, and cinnamon. Pour the apples into the prepared pan.3 cups sliced Granny Smith apples, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Make the topping: In a large bowl, using a spatula, fold the topping ingredients until large crumbles are formed. Spread the topping mixture over the apples.¾ cup old fashioned oats, ¾ cup all-purpose flour, ¾ cup brown sugar, ½ cup unsalted butter, ½ cup chopped pecans
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, checking at around 25 minutes. The crumble is done when the top is a golden brown color and the apples are soft.
Notes
How to Make Apple Crisp Step-by-Step
Prep the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Spray an 8×8-inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Set aside.
Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, use a spatula to fold 3 cups of sliced Granny Smith apples, ¾ cup of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Pour the apples into the prepared pan.
Make the Topping: In a large bowl, using a spatula, fold ¾ cup of old fashioned oats, ¾ cup of all-purpose flour, ¾ cup of brown sugar, ½ cup of melted unsalted butter, and ½ cup of chopped pecans until large crumbles are formed. Spread the topping mixture over the apples.
Bake the Crisp: Bake for 35-40 minutes, checking at around 25 minutes. The crumble is done when the top is a golden brown color and the apples are soft.
3/4 cup of sugar for the apples is really excessive. Is that a typo/error? Even if you have the biggest sweet tooth, 3-4 tablespoons will go a long long way.
3/4 cup brown sugar for the topping can be reduced to half.
These were the changes I made, hope it helps!
Turned out perfect.luved it .will use this recipe from now on
Top was not crumbly would have softened butter next time rather than melt it.
Best apple crisp recipe! Easy & all ingredients I had on hand. The 1st time I only had almonds & it was delicious! Now I use a mix of both or any candied nuts I have on hand. I drizzle a little honey on top before I bake it also. My go to recipe now! Thank you so much
I only have quick oats. Is that ok.
This recipe is Great! Easy and delicious!💞I did omit the oats. I’m allergic to them!
We’re so glad you enjoyed it!