Apple Crisp
Apple crisp is a classic comfort food dessert that is easy to make and delicious. It consists of a layer of sliced apples topped with a crunchy topping made of flour, butter, and sugar. The apples are typically spiced with cinnamon and sometimes nutmeg, and the topping is often finished off with a sprinkling of oats for added texture. The apples are then baked in the oven until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender. The result is a warm, sweet, and crunchy dessert that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4-5 medium apples, peeled, cored and sliced
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/3 cup cold butter, cut into small cubes
- Optional: additional 1/3 cup of light brown sugar and 1/3 cup of oats to sprinkle over the top
Procedure:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C).
- Peel and slice the apples into thin slices and place them into a 9-inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or two knives until the butter is in small pieces and the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the oat mixture over the apples in the baking dish.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until the oat mi
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired. Enjoy!ture is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Tips:
- Bake the apple crisp for 30-35 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Allow the apple crisp to cool for 10 minutes before serving
