Save 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 recipe has been a family favorite during the holidays with warm aromas filling the kitchen and everyone eagerly waiting for the first bite.
Ingredients
- Fruit Base: 8 Granny Smith apples peeled, cored, and sliced, ⅓ cup maple syrup, 2 tablespoons arrowroot flour or cornstarch, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Crisp Topping: 1 cup almond flour, ½ cup coconut sugar or other granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed, 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C)
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, toss together the sliced apples, maple syrup, arrowroot flour (or cornstarch), lemon juice, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined
- Step 3:
- Transfer the apple mixture to a 9 x 13-inch (23 x 33 cm) baking dish, spreading evenly
- Step 4:
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut sugar, cinnamon, and salt
- Step 5:
- Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the cold butter into the dry mixture until it forms coarse crumbs
- Step 6:
- Stir in the rolled oats until incorporated
- Step 7:
- Evenly sprinkle the topping over the apples in the baking dish
- Step 8:
- Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender
- Step 9:
- Let cool slightly Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Save Every holiday season, baking this apple crisp brings my family together in the kitchen and around the table for stories and laughter.
Notes
For easy prep, the topping can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days Substitute apples with pears for a variation To make dairy-free, use vegan butter Delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream Adjust sweetness by using more or less sugar as desired
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) If allergic to nuts or dairy, substitute almond flour with oat flour and butter with a non-dairy alternative Always double-check ingredient labels for potential allergens
Save Serve your apple crisp warm for the ultimate comfort dessert experience