Save A cozy, comforting dessert featuring tender baked apples, a crisp oat topping, and the sweet warmth of cinnamon—ready with just five simple ingredients.
This recipe has become a favorite in my family, bringing warmth and sweetness to our dinners all year round.
Ingredients
- Fruit Base: 5 medium apples (about 750 g) peeled, cored, and sliced
- Fruit Base: 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- Crisp Topping: 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- Crisp Topping: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Crisp Topping: 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a medium baking dish (about 20x20 cm / 8x8 inches)
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Spread evenly in the prepared baking dish
- Step 3:
- In a separate bowl, mix the oats, brown sugar, remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and melted butter until a crumbly mixture forms
- Step 4:
- Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apples
- Step 5:
- Bake for 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender
- Step 6:
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Save This dessert always brings smiles at family gatherings and is perfect for cozy evenings.
Notes
For added texture, mix in 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the topping. Pair with a glass of late-harvest Riesling or apple cider.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, baking dish (20x20 cm / 8x8 inches), peeler and corer, knife, oven
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (butter) and oats (may contain gluten—use certified gluten-free oats if needed). Double-check all ingredient labels for allergens.
Save This warm cinnamon oat apple crisp makes a delightful dessert any time of the year.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of apples work best?
A combination of tart and sweet apples offers the best balance of flavors and texture in the dish.
- → Can I substitute butter in the topping?
Yes, coconut oil can be used instead of butter for a dairy-free variation with a slightly different flavor.
- → How do I achieve a crispy topping?
Mixing rolled oats with brown sugar and melted butter creates a crumbly mixture that crisps nicely when baked.
- → Can nuts be added to the topping?
Chopped walnuts or pecans can be mixed into the oat topping for added texture and flavor.
- → What is the ideal oven temperature and baking time?
Baking at 180°C (350°F) for about 35 minutes ensures the apples soften and the topping turns golden brown.