Winter Spiced Apple Crisp (Print Version)
Sweet apples and winter spices covered with a golden oat topping—perfect comfort for chilly evenings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Apple Filling
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6 cups peeled and sliced apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
→ Crisp Topping
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1 cup rolled oats
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking and optimal texture.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour. Toss gently to coat apples evenly.
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Transfer apple mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading the filling in an even layer.
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In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until combined.
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Pour melted butter over the oat mixture and stir until crumbly. Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans until evenly distributed.
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Evenly sprinkle crisp topping over the apples in the baking dish, covering the fruit completely. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
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Allow the apple crisp to cool for several minutes. Serve warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
# Additional Notes:
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For best results, use a combination of tart and sweet apples, such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp. Cut apples into even 1/4-inch slices for uniform baking. Avoid overmixing the topping to maintain a crisp texture. If the topping browns too rapidly, cover the dish loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.