One taste of this delicious dessert and you’ve won’t believe it is both gluten and refined sugar free. The addition of fresh thyme adds a subtle savory note to the otherwise sweet flavor profile of this classic recipe.
What could be better on a crisp Fall day than a fresh Apple Crisp? I’m sharing my Easy Apple Crisp recipe with you because it has been a favorite since I was a child. It uses fresh firm apples and a topping of oats and sugar. To me, fresh apples are the only way to make it. Using fresh apples may take a bit more time, but it is well worth it!
What apples should you use for Apple Crisp?
Apples of a crisp variety are the best to use because they will stay firm after being cooked, and not result in a mushy apple mess. Granny Smith, Pink Lady, Golden Delicious and Honeycrisp are all good examples
What is in the topping for apple crisp?
Like an apple crisp, an apple crumble is a baked fruit dessert with a layer of topping. But unlike the crisp, the crumble topping rarely includes oats or nuts. Instead, a crumble’s topping is more like streusel, made with flour, sugar, and butter.
Can I leave anything out of the Apple Crisp recipe?
What makes this recipe stand out is the Thyme, but you can leave it out if you prefer or don’t have it. You could also skip the allspice.
Can I make any substitutions for the recipe?
You could substitute pecans or walnuts for the almonds.
How do I store apple crisp after it is cooked?
You can leave the apple crisp at room temperature for two days, or you can refrigerate it for up to five days. For longer-term storage, you can freeze the apple crisp. Make sure the apple crisp is at room temperature all the way through before adding any sort of covering.
Apple Crisp Topping Ingredients
- 1 c. old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/3 c. almond flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 1/3 c. almonds, sliced or diced
- 1/3 c. honey, preferably local
- 3 T. unsalted butter, melted
Apple Crisp a la mode
Add vanilla ice cream to make the ultimate Apple Crisp recipe.
Baked Cinnamon Apple Crisp
Ingredients
- 6 large apples peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 T fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 C real maple syrup
- 2 T apple juice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 tsp salt
Topping Ingredients
- 1 C old fashioned oats
- 1/3 C almond flour or all purpose flour
- 1/3 C sliced almonds
- 1/3 C honey
- 3 T unsalted butter
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!
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