Easy Cinnamon Apple Crisp
The aroma of baking apples and cinnamon wafting through the house has always been the universal signal that comfort is on its way.
Some of life’s best moments happen in the kitchen, where sticky fingers and warm laughter mix with the promise of something delicious.
This Easy Cinnamon Apple Crisp captures all that cozy magic, but with a modern twist that takes just minutes to prepare.
This recipe might just become your new autumn love story—simple enough for busy weeknights, but special enough to earn a spot at your holiday table.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 6 large apples, cored, peeled, and sliced
- 1 T. fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 c. real maple syrup
- 2 T. 100% apple juice (sugar free)
- 1 t. ground cinnamon
- ½ t. ground allspice
- 1½ t. fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ t. salt
Ingredients for the Topping:
- 1 c. old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/3 c. almond flour
- 1/3 c. almonds, sliced
- 1/3 c. honey, preferably local
- 3 T. unsalted butter, melted
- To Serve: (Optional) Vanilla bean ice cream or freshly whipped cream
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How to Make a Simple Apple Crisp
Place top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8” x 8” baking dish and set aside.
Place apples in a large non-reactive bowl and toss with fresh lemon juice. Add maple syrup, apple juice, cinnamon, allspice, thyme leaves, and salt. Toss to combine and set aside.
Combine topping ingredients in a separate bowl and stir until oats are thoroughly coated and all ingredients are well combined. Set aside.
Pour apple mixture into prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer. Spread the topping evenly across the top in a uniform layer, as well.
Place into pre-heated oven and bake for 30 minutes. If the top layer is nicely browned, cover dish loosely with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning. Continue baking for another 15-20 minutes or until the apple crisp is nice and bubbling. Remove from oven and set aside to cool for 5-10 minutes.
Serve warm with some vanilla bean iced cream or freshly whipped cream, if desired. Enjoy!
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Easy Cinnamon Apple Crisp
Warm, spiced apples are baked until tender and topped with a crunchy, golden oat-almond topping in this Easy Cinnamon Apple Crisp. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and honey, this comforting dessert is perfect for fall evenings and pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or freshly whipped cream.
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 6-8 servings
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8” x 8” baking dish and set aside.
- Place apples in a large non-reactive bowl and toss with fresh lemon juice. Add maple syrup, apple juice, cinnamon, allspice, thyme leaves, and salt. Toss to combine and set aside.
- Combine topping ingredients in a separate bowl and stir until oats are thoroughly coated and all ingredients are well combined. Set aside.
- Pour apple mixture into prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer. Spread the topping evenly across the top in a uniform layer, as well.
- Place into pre-heated oven and bake for 30 minutes. If the top layer is nicely browned, cover dish loosely with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning. Continue baking for another 15-20 minutes or until the apple crisp is nice and bubbling. Remove from oven and set aside to cool for 5-10 minutes.
- Serve warm with some vanilla bean iced cream or freshly whipped cream, if desired. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
