Pin It A comforting, classic dessert featuring tender, juicy apples topped with a golden, crunchy oat crumble. Perfect for a quick and easy treat using store-bought frozen apples.
I remember baking this crisp last fall when I had a bag of frozen apple slices from a bumper crop. The aroma filled the house and everyone eagerly waited by the oven for a warm, nostalgic treat.
Ingredients
- Frozen sliced apples: 900 g (2 lbs), thawed and drained
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
- All-purpose flour: 1 tbsp
- Lemon juice: 1 tsp (optional, for brightness)
- Old-fashioned rolled oats: 120 g (1 1/2 cups)
- Brown sugar: 100 g (1/2 cup), packed
- All-purpose flour: 75 g (1/2 cup)
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
- Unsalted butter: 115 g (1/2 cup), melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Set oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 23 cm (9-inch) square or round baking dish.
- Mix fruit base:
- In a large bowl, combine thawed apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, flour, and lemon juice. Toss until apples are coated.
- Assemble base:
- Spread apple mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
- Make oat crumble:
- In a separate bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, flour, salt, and cinnamon. Add melted butter and stir until coarse crumbs form.
- Add topping:
- Sprinkle oat crumble evenly over apples.
- Bake:
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until topping is golden brown and apples are bubbling.
- Cool and serve:
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
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Pin It Whenever my kids have friends over, this apple crisp disappears in minutes. It's our reliable, fuss-free way to end a family meal with smiles all around.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, measuring cups and spoons, a 23 cm (9-inch) baking dish, spoon or spatula, oven.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat and milk. Oats may contain gluten unless certified gluten-free. May contain traces of tree nuts if added. Always check packaged ingredient labels.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 290, Total fat 10 g, Carbohydrates 49 g, Protein 3 g.
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Pin It This crisp is a comforting way to enjoy apples any time of year. Let the aroma and warmth invite everyone to the table.
Questions About This Recipe
- → Can I use fresh apples instead of frozen?
Yes, fresh apples work well but may require slightly less baking time as they contain less moisture than frozen ones.
- → How can I make the topping extra crunchy?
Adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the oat crumble enhances texture and provides extra crunch.
- → Is there a gluten-free option for the oat topping?
Use certified gluten-free oats and a gluten-free flour blend to keep the topping suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.
- → What is the best way to store leftovers?
Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven to restore the crumble’s crispness.
- → Can I prepare this ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the fruit and topping separately and combine just before baking to retain optimum texture.