What's the difference between apple crumble and apple crisp?

Although the two desserts look similar, Apple Crisp usually includes rolled oats in the topping. Those oats create a crisp, crunchy texture. Apple crumble often uses a topping made from flour, butter, and sugar without oats, so it has a softer finish.

How can I make a simple apple crisp?

A simple Apple Crisp starts with sliced apples mixed with maple syrup, cinnamon, lemon juice, vanilla, and a thickener such as arrowroot flour or cornstarch. Then cover the apples with a buttery oat topping and bake until golden and bubbling.

What are some common apple crisp mistakes?

Using apples that become too soft, skipping the thickener, using warm butter, or overbaking the dessert can affect the final result. Also, uneven apple slices may cook at different rates, so try to cut them into similar sizes.

What nationality is apple crisp?

Apple Crisp became popular in the United States and Canada during the early twentieth century. Many people consider it a classic North American dessert, especially during the fall season.

Apple Crisp Recipe | Amazing Easy Homemade Favorite

Name: Apple Crisp Recipe | Amazing Easy Homemade Favorite
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced; 1/3 cup maple syrup; 2 tablespoons arrowroot flour or cornstarch; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 cup almond flour; 1/2 cup coconut sugar or another granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed; 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

Description

This homemade Apple Crisp combines tender cinnamon-spiced Granny Smith apples with a crisp, buttery oat topping. It takes only 20 minutes to prepare and makes a warm dessert for family dinners, holidays, and cozy fall evenings.

Ingredients

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For the apple filling:

8 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced

1/3 cup maple syrup

2 tablespoons arrowroot flour or cornstarch

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the crisp topping:

1 cup almond flour

1/2 cup coconut sugar or another granulated sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

2. Peel, core, and slice the apples into even pieces.

3. Add the apples, maple syrup, arrowroot flour, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cinnamon to a large bowl.

4. Mix until the apple slices have an even coating.

5. Spread the apple mixture evenly in a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.

6. In another bowl, mix the almond flour, coconut sugar, cinnamon, and kosher salt.

7. Add the cold cubed butter and cut it into the dry ingredients until the mixture looks crumbly.

8. Stir in the rolled oats.

9. Scatter the topping evenly over the apples without pressing it down.

10. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until the topping turns golden and the apples feel tender.

11. Remove the Apple Crisp from the oven and let it cool slightly.

12. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or warm custard.

Notes

Granny Smith apples work well because they stay firm during baking and balance the sweetness.

You can replace arrowroot flour with cornstarch.

You can replace almond flour with regular flour.

You can replace coconut sugar with any granulated sugar.

You can use quick oats when old-fashioned rolled oats are unavailable.

You can prepare the topping ahead and refrigerate it until you assemble the dessert.

Store leftovers in an airtight container or covered baking dish in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days.

Freeze completely cooled leftovers for up to 3 months, although the topping may soften.

Reheat the Apple Crisp in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10 to 15 minutes.

You can also microwave individual servings until hot.

Approximate nutrition per serving: 524 calories, 73 g carbohydrates, 7 g protein, 26 g fat, 11 g saturated fat, 1 g polyunsaturated fat, 4 g monounsaturated fat, 1 g trans fat, 41 mg cholesterol, 130 mg sodium, 360 mg potassium, 10 g fiber, 46 g sugar, 606 IU vitamin A, 12 mg vitamin C, 92 mg calcium, and 2 mg iron.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert, Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 524
Sugar: 46 g
Sodium: 130 mg
Fat: 26 g
Saturated Fat: 11 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 73 g
Fiber: 10 g
Protein: 7 g
Cholesterol: 41 mg