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Cinnamon Apple Crisp

Cinnamon Apple Crisp: The Ultimate Easy Dessert Recipe

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This classic cinnamon apple crisp is the ultimate comforting dessert, featuring tender, tart Granny Smith apples topped with a golden, buttery, and perfectly crunchy oat streusel. It is a timeless, easy-to-make treat that relies on fresh orchard fruit and warm spices to create a delightful texture contrast. Perfect for seasonal gatherings or a cozy weeknight family meal, this recipe balances a silky fruit base with a satisfying, coarse crumb topping that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup old fashioned oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp sugar (for apple toss)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Peel, core, and slice the apples into uniform half-inch slices.
Toss the sliced apples in a large bowl with lemon juice and one tablespoon of sugar.
Transfer the prepared apples into a greased nine-inch baking dish.
Combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a medium mixing bowl.
Cut the cold butter into the dry mixture using a pastry cutter until crumbly.
Spread the streusel topping evenly over the apple layer in the baking dish.
Bake for forty-five minutes or until the top turns golden brown.

Notes

Use firm apple varieties like Granny Smith to ensure the fruit softens perfectly without becoming mushy. You can use gluten-free oats if needed. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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