Pin It A classic fall and winter dessert featuring tender cinnamon-spiced apples and a golden oat-almond crumble. This comforting apple crisp is a Thanksgiving favorite, perfect served warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
This apple crisp has become a beloved holiday staple in my family, evoking cozy memories every time I bake it.
Ingredients
- Fruit Base: 8 Granny Smith apples peeled cored and sliced
- Fruit Base: ⅓ cup maple syrup
- Fruit Base: 2 tablespoons arrowroot flour or cornstarch
- Fruit Base: 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fruit Base: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fruit Base: 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Crisp Topping: 1 cup almond flour
- Crisp Topping: ½ cup coconut sugar or other granulated sugar
- Crisp Topping: ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Crisp Topping: ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Crisp Topping: ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- Crisp Topping: 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
- Set oven to 350°F (180°C)
- Mix fruit base:
- Toss sliced apples maple syrup arrowroot flour (or cornstarch) lemon juice vanilla extract and ground cinnamon until well combined
- Transfer mixture:
- Place apple mixture in 9 x 13-inch (23 x 33 cm) baking dish spreading evenly
- Prepare topping:
- Whisk almond flour coconut sugar cinnamon and salt in medium bowl
- Cut in butter:
- Use pastry cutter or fork to cut cold butter into dry mixture until coarse crumbs form
- Add oats:
- Stir in rolled oats until incorporated
- Assemble crisp:
- Sprinkle topping evenly over apples in baking dish
- Bake:
- Cook for 45 to 50 minutes until topping is golden brown and apples are bubbling and tender
- Cool and serve:
- Let cool slightly serve warm optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
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Sharing this apple crisp at family gatherings creates wonderful warm memories everyone looks forward to each year
Notes
For dairy-free options use vegan butter. Delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Adjust sweetness to taste.
Required Tools
9 x 13-inch (23 x 33 cm) baking dish Mixing bowls Peeler and corer Knife Pastry cutter or fork Measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains nuts (almond flour) and dairy (butter). Contains oats (ensure gluten-free oats if needed). Substitute almond flour and butter for alternatives if allergic.
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This apple crisp delivers warm comforting flavors that celebrate the season and make any gathering special
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What apples work best for this dish?
Granny Smith apples are preferred for their tartness and firm texture that hold up well during baking.
- → Can I prepare the topping in advance?
Yes, the oat-almond topping can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.
- → How do I make this dish dairy-free?
Substitute the butter with a vegan alternative and ensure any additional toppings are dairy-free.
- → Is it possible to substitute the apples with other fruits?
Pears can be used as a delicious variation, offering a softer texture and subtle sweetness.
- → What is the purpose of arrowroot flour or cornstarch in the fruit base?
These ingredients help thicken the fruit juices, creating a luscious texture without excess liquid.