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 apple crisp has been a staple in my holiday celebrations and always gets rave reviews from family and friends.
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 My family always gathers around the table eagerly awaiting this dessert every holiday season—it brings us joy and warmth.
Notes
For easy prep the topping can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days. To make dairy-free use vegan butter. 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.
Save This apple crisp is sure to be a new favorite—serve it warm for the best experience.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of apples work best?
Firm, tart apples like Granny Smith hold their shape well and balance sweetness perfectly.
- → Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes, replace butter with vegan butter for a dairy-free alternative without sacrificing flavor.
- → How do I ensure a crisp topping?
Use cold butter cut into the dry ingredients until crumbly, then bake until golden brown for the best texture.
- → Can this be prepared ahead?
The topping can be made in advance and refrigerated up to two days before baking to save time.
- → Are there gluten-free options?
Using certified gluten-free oats and cornstarch keeps this dish gluten-free friendly.