Save to Pinterest A comforting, classic dessert featuring tender, juicy apples topped with a golden, crunchy oat crumble. Perfect for a quick and easy treat using store-bought frozen apples.
I first discovered this recipe when I needed a fast dessert for unexpected guests. Using frozen apples saved me so much time in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- Frozen sliced apples: 900 g (2 lbs), thawed and drained
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
- All-purpose flour: 1 tbsp
- Lemon juice (optional): 1 tsp for brightness
- Old-fashioned rolled oats: 120 g (1 1/2 cups)
- Brown sugar, packed: 100 g (1/2 cup)
- All-purpose flour: 75 g (1/2 cup)
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
- Unsalted butter, melted: 115 g (1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 23 cm (9-inch) baking dish.
- Mix Apple Base:
- Combine thawed apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, flour, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Toss until apples are coated.
- Layer Fruit:
- Spread apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Make Crumble:
- Mix oats, brown sugar, flour, salt, and cinnamon in another bowl. Stir in melted butter until coarse crumbs form.
- Top Crisp:
- Sprinkle oat crumble evenly over apples.
- Bake:
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until topping is golden brown and apples are bubbling.
- Serve:
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Save to Pinterest This apple crisp is always a hit at our family gatherings, especially when served with a scoop of ice cream.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, measuring cups and spoons, 23 cm (9-inch) baking dish, spoon or spatula, oven.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (flour), milk (butter), oats (may contain gluten unless certified gluten-free). May contain tree nuts if added. Always check labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 290, Total Fat 10 g, Carbohydrates 49 g, Protein 3 g.
Save to Pinterest Enjoy your apple crisp fresh from the oven for the best flavor and texture. Store leftovers tightly covered in the fridge up to 3 days.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Can I use fresh apples instead of frozen?
Yes, fresh apples can be used. Adjust baking time slightly as fresh apples contain more moisture.
- → What type of oats works best for the topping?
Old-fashioned rolled oats provide a hearty, crunchy texture ideal for the crumble topping.
- → How can I make the topping gluten-free?
Use certified gluten-free oats and substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- → Can nuts be added to the topping?
Yes, chopped pecans or walnuts add extra crunch and depth to the oat crumble.
- → Is lemon juice necessary in the fruit base?
Lemon juice brightens the flavors but is optional. It helps balance the sweetness and enhance the apple taste.