My Mom's Apple Crisp

Warm, comforting, and irresistibly nostalgic, "My Mom's Apple Crisp" is the ultimate fall dessert that brings together tender, cinnamon-spiced apples and a buttery oat topping with just the right amount of crunch. Featuring tart Granny Smith or sweet Honeycrisp apples, this easy-to-make recipe is elevated by a hint of nutmeg and a touch of lemon juice for a balanced blend of flavors. The crumbly topping, made with old-fashioned oats, brown sugar, and cold cubed butter, bakes to golden perfection, creating a contrast of textures that pairs beautifully with the soft, juicy apples beneath. Ready in just an hour, this classic homemade apple crisp is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in—and it’s absolutely divine when served warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. Get ready to savor every bite of this timeless family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0 vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch wedges. Place the slices in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Add granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and lemon juice to the apples. Toss until the apple slices are evenly coated, then transfer them into the prepared baking dish.

Step 4

In a separate mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and salt.

Step 5

Using your hands or a pastry cutter, mix the cubed butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture is crumbly and resembles coarse sand.

Step 6

Evenly sprinkle the oat topping over the apple mixture in the baking dish, ensuring full coverage.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 8

Allow the apple crisp to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Optionally, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1932.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3225.3

Total Fat 112.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 287.3mg	0%
Sodium 709.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 556.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.0g	0%
Total Sugars 366.3g
Protein 29.8g	0%

Vitamin D 8IU	0%
Calcium 358.2mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 2229.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.2%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 66.2%