Save 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.
Every fall, I make apple crisp for my family using bags of frozen apples from our orchard trip. It always brings smiles and fills the kitchen with the cozy scent of cinnamon.
Ingredients
- Frozen sliced apples: 900 g (2 lbs), thawed and drained
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp (fruit base), plus 1/2 tsp (crumble)
- All-purpose flour: 1 tbsp (fruit base), 75 g (1/2 cup) (crumble)
- 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
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Unsalted butter: 115 g (1/2 cup), melted
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish:
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 23 cm (9-inch) baking dish.
- Mix apple base:
- In a large bowl, combine thawed apples, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, all-purpose flour, and lemon juice. Toss until apples are evenly coated.
- Layer apples:
- Spread apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Make crumble:
- In a separate bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, flour, salt, and cinnamon. Pour melted butter and stir until mixture forms coarse crumbs.
- Top and bake:
- Sprinkle oat crumble over apples. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until topping is golden and apples are bubbling.
- Serve:
- Cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Save My kids love helping sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples. Apple crisp is always a hit for weekend dessert and a cozy way to finish any meal together.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, measuring cups and spoons, baking dish, spoon or spatula, oven
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (flour), milk (butter), oats (potential gluten unless certified gluten-free). May contain traces of tree nuts if added. Always check labels on packaged ingredients for possible allergens.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 290, Total Fat: 10 g, Carbohydrates: 49 g, Protein: 3 g
Save Enjoy this apple crisp warm for the best flavor and comfort. The oat topping stays crunchy, making each bite irresistible.
Recipe Help & FAQs
- → Can I use fresh apples instead of frozen apples?
Yes, fresh apples can be used. Adjust baking time slightly to ensure the fruit softens properly.
- → What type of oats work best for the topping?
Old-fashioned rolled oats provide the ideal texture and crunch for the oat crumble topping.
- → Can I add nuts to the oat topping?
Chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts can be added for extra texture and flavor.
- → Is there a way to make this gluten-free?
Use certified gluten-free oats and substitute the flour with a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.
- → How can I make the fruit base brighter in flavor?
A small amount of lemon juice enhances the brightness and balances the sweetness of the apples.