Soft Crumb Spiced Apple Crisp

A warm, homey dessert featuring tender spiced apples beneath a buttery soft crumb topping—perfect for cozy evenings or simple sweet cravings.

Ingredients

• Apples: 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced , 2 tbsp lemon juice
• Filling: 1/3 cup granulated sugar , 2 tbsp light brown sugar , 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon , 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg , 1/8 tsp ground cloves , 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• Soft Crumb Topping: 1 cup all-purpose flour , 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats , 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened , 1/2 cup light brown sugar , 1/4 cup granulated sugar , 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

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Step 1:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter a 9-inch baking dish.

Step 2:

In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice. Add sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and flour. Toss until evenly coated.

Step 3:

Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared dish.

Step 4:

In another bowl, combine flour, oats, butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until soft, moist crumbs form.

Step 5:

Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the apples.

Step 6:

Bake for 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender.

Step 7:

Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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Collect vegetable peels, food scraps, and trimmings while cooking to keep your kitchen clean and organized.

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Required Tools

9-inch baking dish , Mixing bowls , Peeler and corer , Knife and cutting board , Pastry cutter or fork

Allergen Information

Contains: Wheat (gluten), Dairy (butter) , Oats may be cross-contaminated with gluten—use certified gluten-free oats if required. , Double-check labels for allergens if using pre-packaged ingredients.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 340 , Total Fat: 13 g , Carbohydrates: 56 g , Protein: 3 g

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Recipe Questions & Answers

→ What type of apples work best?

Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples are ideal for their balance of tartness and firmness, which hold up well during baking.

→ Can I substitute other fruits?

Pears make a delicious alternative, adding a slightly different sweetness and texture to the topping.

→ How should the crumb topping be prepared?

Mix flour, oats, butter, sugars, and salt until soft crumbs form using fingers or a pastry cutter for the perfect texture.

→ Is there a way to add extra flavor or crunch?

Incorporating chopped walnuts or pecans into the crumb topping enhances both flavor and texture nicely.

→ What serving suggestions complement this dish?

Serve warm alongside vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or with a glass of dessert wine or hot spiced tea for added comfort.