Apple Crisp Recipe
/Old Fashion Apple Crisp
This simple recipe is an easy bake (if you’re just starting out) that everyone in your family is sure to enjoy!
I promise this is a great recipe to start with if you’re new to baking and it will reeeeally look like you know what you’re doing, even if you don’t. The best part, is that this dish leaves plenty of room for error, so even if you mess something up - it will still taste amazing, just add ice cream ;)
Let’s start with the basics if you’re totally new to baking:
Q: Does it matter what apples I use? A: Not really, but I think Granny Smith’s are the best, because they have a nice tartness to them to balance the otherwise sweet dish. Feel free to improvise though!
Q: Do I have to peel them? A: Yea, kinda. Haha. The skin doesn’t bake down so you’ll have tough skin mixed in with soft, warm apple - it’s not the best and I don’t recommend it.
Q: What baking dish do I use? A: Any! I used a pie dish because - total disclaimer - I wanted it to look cute for photos/display. This is smaller than what I would normally cook it in, especially if I’m making it for guests or bringing it to a party. If you’re using a bigger dish, just add a smidge more of everything - have fun with it!
Ingredient list:
Filling:
4 Granny Smith apples (add more, depending on bakeware)
1 lemon
1 orange
2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
1/5 cup of granulated sugar
Topping:
1 cup flour
3/4 granulated sugar
3/4 packed brown sugar
1 cup oats
1/2 cup cold diced butter (my favorite is Earth Balance!)
pinch or two of salt
I kick things off by peeling and cubing the apples into the dish that I’m baking it in as I’m chopping them up. That way I know if I’m making enough to fill the pan, or if I need to leave more room for the crumbled topping. Also, I like to NOT do a million dishes… From start to finish I used the pie dish, some measuring cups, and a large bowl. Such a plus!
Next up, I add the zest of one lemon and one orange. I like to add about a tbsp of the juice of each, too. This is truly what makes this taste better than others! It’s so fresh and flavorful - everyone’s always like “mmm, what IS that?!” Also add in the nutmeg + cinnamon.
You can do this the night before your party or day of - the citrus prevents the apples from browning so I’ve full blown prepped this and then just stick it into the oven after the main course (because she takes about 45-60 mins) to make sure I can be present with my guests and enjoy the day!
Time for the topping! I cubed a COLD 1/2 cup of plant butter, then literally just add everything into a bowl. I use my hands to kneed it into a lil’ crumble. Once it’s all blended and crumbly put it on top of apples or into a baggie if you’re prepping this a day early.
Pop her in the oven for 50-60 minutes. Ovens vary a lot - I find that my oven (for whatever reason) takes a little bit longer to get the golden browning/crisp on anything. It’s a safe bet to always set your timer to the quickest time and check it and adjust as needed.
I put mine on a cookie sheet juuuust in case it bubbles over. Cleaning ovens suck, ya know? Let cool, and enjoy!
With Gratitude, Lauren
