## Easy Apple Crisp Recipe (Best Ever!)
### Ingredients
**For the Apple Filling**
* 5–6 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn), peeled & sliced
* 1/3 cup granulated sugar
* 1 tablespoon lemon juice
* 1 teaspoon cinnamon
* 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
* 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour or cornstarch
**For the Crisp Topping**
* 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
* 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
* 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
* 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
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### Simple Step-by-Step Instructions
**Step 1: Preheat the Oven**
Preheat to **350°F (175°C)**. Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
**Step 2: Prepare the Apples**
In a large bowl, toss apples with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour. Spread evenly in the baking dish.
**Step 3: Make the Crisp Topping**
In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a fork or fingers until crumbly.
**Step 4: Assemble**
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples.
**Step 5: Bake**
Bake uncovered for **40–45 minutes**, until the topping is golden and the apples are bubbling.
**Step 6: Cool & Serve**
Let cool for 10 minutes. Serve warm.
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### Optional Add-Ins
* Chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
* A splash of vanilla extract
* Dried cranberries or raisins
### Serving Ideas
* Vanilla ice cream 🍨
* Whipped cream
* Warm caramel drizzle
### Pro Tips
* Use **firm apples** so they don’t turn mushy
* Cold butter = crispier topping
* If topping browns too fast, loosely cover with foil
### Final Note
This apple crisp recipe is simple, comforting, and endless
ly customizable—perfect for holidays or an easy weeknight dessert.