Pioneer Woman Apple Crisp Recipe
The Pioneer Woman Apple Crisp Recipe is warm, sweet and perfect for fall or any cozy evening. It has soft, tender apples covered with a crunchy oat topping.
Ingredients
- 6 cups peeled and sliced apples about 6 medium apples
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. This prevents sticking and makes clean-up easy.
Prepare the Apples
- Peel and slice the apples evenly. Place them in a large mixing bowl. Add granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and lemon juice. Toss well to coat all slices.
Make the Topping
- In another bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, flour, salt and softened butter. Use a fork or your hands to combine. The mixture should be crumbly and slightly chunky.
Assemble the Crisp
- Spread the coated apples evenly in the greased baking dish. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples. Make sure the apples are fully covered for a golden top.
Bake the Apple Crisp
- Place the dish in the preheated oven. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes. The topping should be golden brown. Apples should be tender when pierced with a fork.
Cool and Serve
- Remove the apple crisp carefully from the oven. Let it cool for 5–10 minutes. Serve warm. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best flavor.
- Cut apples evenly for uniform cooking.
- Use cold butter for a crispier topping.
- Add chopped nuts for extra crunch.
- Sprinkle a little extra cinnamon on top before baking.
- Serve immediately for best texture; topping can soften over time.