Classic Oat Topped Apple Crisp
📜 Collection: PatsyCollection | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Desserts A traditional apple crisp featuring a tender, cinnamon-spiced apple filling and a unique, buttery oat crust on the bottom. This classic recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet fruit and crunchy, crumbly topping.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 30 mins | None | 4–6 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- baking dish
- mixing bowls
- pastry blender
Ingredients
For the Filling
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Cups | Apples | peeled and cut |
| 1/4 Tbsp | Lemon juice | fresh |
| 1/4 Cup | Brown Sugar | packed |
| 1/4 tsp | Cinnamon | ground |
For the Topping
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 Cup | Flour | all-purpose |
| 3/4 Cup | Brown Sugar | packed |
| 6 Tbsp | Butter | chilled and cut into pieces |
| 1 Cup | Instant Oat Flakes | rolled |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Topping
- In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup flour and 3/4 cup brown sugar. Cut in the 6 tbsp chilled butter using a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, then stir in the 1 cup instant oat flakes.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
- In a separate bowl, toss the 2 cups apples with 1/4 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp cinnamon until evenly coated.
Step 3: Assemble and Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Press half of the topping mixture into the bottom of a buttered baking dish.
- Spread the apple mixture evenly over the bottom crust, then sprinkle the remaining topping over the fruit.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, or until the fruit is tender and bubbly, removing the foil for the last 10 minutes for a golden brown, crisp finish.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The topping can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before assembling and baking.
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