Save It A comforting, classic dessert featuring tender, juicy apples topped with a golden, crunchy oat crumble. Perfect for a quick and easy treat using store-bought frozen apples.
I first tried apple crisp with frozen apples after discovering a forgotten bag in my freezer. The result was deliciously tender fruit under a crisp, buttery topping that my family devoured in minutes.
Ingredients
- Frozen sliced apples: 900 g (2 lbs), thawed and drained
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
- All-purpose flour: 1 tbsp
- Lemon juice: 1 tsp (optional, for brightness)
- Old-fashioned rolled oats: 120 g (1 1/2 cups)
- Brown sugar: 100 g (1/2 cup), packed
- All-purpose flour: 75 g (1/2 cup)
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
- Unsalted butter: 115 g (1/2 cup), melted
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Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 23 cm (9-inch) square or round baking dish.
- Prepare Fruit Base:
- In a large bowl, combine thawed apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, flour, and lemon juice. Toss until apples are evenly coated.
- Layer Apples:
- Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Make Oat Crumble:
- In a separate bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, flour, salt, and cinnamon. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
- Add Topping:
- Sprinkle the oat crumble evenly over the apples.
- Bake:
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Save It This recipe quickly became a weeknight favorite, especially on chilly evenings when my kids look forward to cozy desserts right out of the oven.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, measuring cups and spoons, 23 cm (9-inch) baking dish, spoon or spatula, oven
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (flour), milk (butter), oats (may contain gluten unless certified gluten-free). May contain traces of tree nuts if nuts are added. Always check labels on packaged ingredients.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 290, Total Fat: 10 g, Carbohydrates: 49 g, Protein: 3 g
Save It Apple crisp is best enjoyed warm & it keeps well for up to three days covered in the fridge. Reheat leftovers for a quick treat.
Common Questions About Recipes
- → Can I use fresh apples instead of frozen?
Yes, fresh apples can be used but may require adjusting baking time due to different moisture content.
- → What type of oats work best for the topping?
Old-fashioned rolled oats provide the ideal texture, creating a crunchy and golden topping.
- → How can I make this dish gluten-free?
Use certified gluten-free oats and a gluten-free flour blend for the topping and fruit base.
- → Is it possible to add nuts to the topping?
Yes, chopped pecans or walnuts can be mixed into the crumble for extra texture and flavor.
- → Can I prepare this ahead of time?
You can assemble the dish and refrigerate before baking; allow extra baking time if chilled.
