Apple Crisp with Frozen Apples (Printer-friendly)

Tender apples with a golden oat crumble create a warm and comforting dessert that's quick to prepare.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit Base

01 - 2 lbs frozen sliced apples, thawed and drained
02 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
03 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
04 - 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
05 - 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)

→ Oat Crumble Topping

06 - 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
07 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
08 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
11 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch square or round baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, toss thawed apples with granulated sugar, cinnamon, all-purpose flour, and lemon juice until evenly coated.
03 - Evenly spread the apple mixture in the prepared baking dish.
04 - In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, brown sugar, flour, salt, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until coarse crumbs form.
05 - Sprinkle the oat crumble evenly over the apples. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and bubbling.
06 - Let the dish cool for at least 10 minutes. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare with frozen apples
  • Golden, crunchy oat topping adds texture
02 -
  • Frozen apples can be used directly, add 5-10 minutes baking time if not thawed
  • Make it gluten-free with certified gluten-free oats and flour blend
03 -
  • Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch and flavor
  • Substitute white sugar with coconut sugar for a caramel undertone
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