Apple Crisp

Warm, cozy, and full of fall flavor, this apple crisp has the perfect balance of sweet apples and crunchy topping.

Prep time: PT20M

Cook time: PT45M

Total time: PT65M

Rating

4.86 stars (84 reviews)

apple crisp

¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons (packed) light brown sugar
½ cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, (divided)
Pinch salt
6 tablespoons very cold unsalted butter, (cut into ½-inch (13-mm) dice)
1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2½ pounds tart baking apples (about 5 large), (peeled, cored and sliced ¼-inch (6-mm) thick)
Vanilla ice cream or Whipped cream,

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and set an oven rack in the middle position.
In a food processor, pulse the flour with the brown sugar, ¼ cup (50 g) of the granulated sugar, and salt until combined. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Transfer the crumbs to a bowl and stir in the pecans and oats. Set aside.
Generously butter a shallow 2-quart (2-L) baking dish. In a medium bowl, toss the apples with the remaining 6 tablespoons granulated sugar. Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared baking dish and cover with the oat topping. Bake in the middle of the oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the apples are tender when pierced and the topping is toasted. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

LindaG on 2025-10-09 (5 stars):
I have to start by saying that I am not a fan of apple desserts. But this, this was delicious! The pecans added to the perfect crunch. I made this as a last minute thought right before dinner and I love it! Thank you for sharing the recipe with us.
Marcie Holcomb on 2025-09-29 (5 stars):
This was delicious! The pecans ended up like candied pecans on top. I wouldn't change anything. Thanks.
Carol on 2025-09-27 (5 stars):
What about adding some yellow raisins to the mix? If so, what quantity would you suggest?
Carmen on 2024-12-12 (5 stars):
This is a delicious dessert. I used a combination of Gala and Golden Delicious apples and pecans and sliced almonds. We ate it warm with vanilla ice cream.
Tammy on 2024-10-07 (5 stars):
I substituted a jar of Door County cherry pie filling instead of the apples, as it is a wonderful fruit grown locally in the peninsula. The topping was perfect! I baked it the same amount of time. I offered fresh, homemade whipped cream on the side, but everyone just wanted the simply delicious crisp!