If you’re craving a cozy dessert but don’t have time for complicated baking, this quick & tasty apple crisp recipe is exactly what you need. It’s warm, comforting, and packed with cinnamon-spiced apples topped with a golden, buttery crumble—all ready in under 40 minutes. Perfect for busy days and loved across the US, UK, and Canada.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Apple Crisp
Simple pantry ingredients
No pie crust required
Quick prep (10 minutes!)
Crispy topping, tender apples
Perfect for any season
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
For the Apple Filling
5–6 apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn)
2 tablespoons sugar (white or brown)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon flour or cornstarch
For the Crisp Topping
¾ cup rolled oats
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven
Preheat to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
2️⃣ Prepare the Apples
Peel, core, and slice apples
Toss with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour
Spread evenly in the baking dish
3️⃣ Make the Crisp Topping
In a bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Cut in cold butter using your fingers or a fork until crumbly.
4️⃣ Assemble & Bake
Sprinkle topping evenly over apples
Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and bubbly
🍨 Serving Ideas
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream
Add whipped cream or custard
Drizzle with caramel sauce
⏱️ Time-Saving Tips
Use pre-sliced apples if available
Skip peeling for extra fiber and speed
Mix topping in advance and refrigerate
❌ Common Mistakes to Avoid
Using apples that are too soft
Overloading the topping
Skipping lemon juice (balances sweetness)
Overbaking (can dry out apples)
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Store covered in the fridge up to 3 days
Reheat in oven or microwave
🌟 Final Thoughts
This quick & tasty apple crisp recipe is the perfect go-to dessert when you want homemade comfort without the hassle. With juicy apples and a crunchy topping, it’s simple, satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser.