Description
A cozy autumn dessert that celebrates the season’s best flavors. Tender, spiced apples are baked under a buttery, crunchy oat topping, making it perfect for family gatherings, holiday dinners, or a comforting night in. The warm aroma and sweet-spiced flavor will fill your home with autumn bliss and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling:
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6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
For the Crisp Topping:
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1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and flour. Toss until apples are evenly coated.
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Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly and pressing lightly to pack the apples without crushing them.
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In a separate bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add cold cubed butter and blend with a pastry cutter, fork, or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Evenly sprinkle the oat topping over the apple filling, ensuring all apples are covered.
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Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the apples are bubbling. Cover loosely with foil if the topping browns too quickly.
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Remove from the oven and cool for at least 10 minutes to let the juices thicken.
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Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
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Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for balanced flavor.
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Cold butter is essential for a crisp, golden topping.
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Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat to maintain crispiness.
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Optional variations: add nuts to the topping, drizzle with caramel, or use a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes