Ina Garten’s Old Fashioned Apple Crisp Recipe

Ina Garten’s apple crisp is an easy dessert made with apples, spices and buttery crumble topping. A cozy fall treat to enjoy on cold days. 

Summer is all about berries but Fall is about pumpkins, cranberries and apples. There’s nothing more comforting than the scent of an old-fashioned apple crisp baking on a cool Fall day. Ina Garten’s apple crisp recipe is filled with tart apples, warm spices and a buttery, crunchy topping, like an apple pie without the crust. It’s a delicious recipe that you can serve on game day, the holidays or as a treat while curled up with a good book.

Ina Garten’s Apple Crisp

Today I am joining Sheri for our monthly series “Sweet Treats for Your Sweet Tooth.” Each month we share our favorite version of a sweet treat, everything from cookies, bars, cakes,puddings and more. Sheri is sharing Apples & Honey Pop Tarts!

Looking for more apple desserts to make this Fall? 

Try Spiced Apple Bread with Maple Glazed Walnut Topping.Cinnamon Apple Blondies with Vanilla Glaze, Honey Apple Cranberry Crumb Bars and Apple Celery Cauliflower Salad.

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Why You Will Love Ina Garten’s Apple Crisp Recipe

•  Old Fashioned apple crisp is one of those comforting desserts that everybody loves. It’s classic Fall comfort food at its best.
• Ina’s recipe delivers perfectly tender, spiced apple filling topped with buttery crumbles, the perfect sweet, tart and crunchy dessert.
• With just a few pantry staples and fresh apples, this comforting dessert comes together quickly without any complicated steps. It’s the perfect recipe for beginners to make or one to make with your children or grandchildren.
• This apple crisp recipe is versatile, you can use Granny Smith apples, Honeycrisp apples, or whatever apples you have on hand.

What You Need to Make Ina Garten’s Old-Fashioned Apple Crisp

• 5 pounds Granny Smith McIntosh, Macoun apples
• Grated zest of 1 orange
• Grated zest of 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• For the Crumble Topping:
• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup oatmeal
• 1/2 pound cold unsalted butter, diced

How to Make Old Fashioned-Apple Crisp

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare  a 9 x 14 x 2-inch oval baking dish with butter or baking spray. Set aside.
• Peel the apples then core, and cut the apples into large wedges. In a large bowl combine the apples with the fresh orange zest, lemon zest, lemon juice, orange juice, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared dish.
• To make the topping, in a medium mixing bowl combine the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, oatmeal, and cold butter in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on low speed until the mixture is crumbly and the butter is the size of peas. Or mix together with a pastry blender. Evenly distribute the crumb topping over the whole thing.
• Place the baking pan on a sheet pan and bake for one hour until the top is brown and the apples are bubbly.
• Serve warm and enjoy.

Variations

• Add chopped walnuts or pecans into the topping for a crunchy, nutty flavor.
• Use gluten-free oats and a gluten-free flour blend for the topping to make a gluten-free crisp.
• Add a teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice for a seasonal flair with extra warmth.
• Replace some or all of the brown sugar with maple syrup.
• Top your apple crisp with a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra treat.
• A splash of vanilla extract to the apples.
• Mix dried cranberries into the apples for a little tartness.

What To Serve With Ina’s Old Fashioned Apple Crisp

• A scoop of good vanilla ice cream, you can make your own no churn vanilla ice cream or purchase it from the store.
• Lightly sweetened whipped cream is always delicious.
• A  mug of tea or coffee is perfect for dessert or a snack.

How to store Fruit Crisp

Keep leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. For longer storage, let the apple crisp cool completely then place in airtight container or wrap tightly with foil and freeze for up to 2 months.

FAQs

Can I make apple crisp gluten-free?
Yes, just swap the oats for certified gluten free oats and substitute the flour in the streusel topping with a gluten-free baking blend or almond flour.

Is it possible to use frozen apples?
Frozen apples can work in a pinch, but they tend to be softer and release more juice, be sure so reduce the added liquid and keep an eye on baking time.

Can I prepare the crisp ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the apple crisp, cover it, and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.

Can I use different fruits or mix fruits?
Yes, mixing pears, cranberries or berries with apples adds an interesting flavor. Adjust the sugar levels depending on the sweetness of your fruit combination.

That’s All for Now

I hope that you enjoyed this scrumptious and easy apple crisp recipe. Ina’s old-fashioned recipe is a trip down memory lane, to simpler, cozier times. It takes me right back to baking with my grandmother.

Don’t forget to visit Sheri and get her recipe for Apple Honey Pop Tarts!

If you want to make more  Barefoot Contessa recipes try Outrageous Brownies, Sour Cream Coffee Cake or Old Fashioned Banana Cake.

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Ina Garten’s apple crisp is an easy dessert made with apples, spices and buttery crumble topping. A cozy fall treat to enjoy on cold days. 

• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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• 5 pounds Granny Smith McIntosh, Macoun apples
• Grated zest of 1 orange
• Grated zest of 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• For the Crumble Topping:
• 1–1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup oatmeal
• 1/2 pound cold unsalted butter, diced

 

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare  a 9 x 14 x 2-inch oval baking dish with butter or baking spray. Set aside.

Peel the apples then core, and cut the apples into large wedges. In a large bowl combine the apples with the fresh orange zest, lemon zest, lemon juice, orange juice, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared dish.

To make the topping, in a medium mixing bowl combine the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, oatmeal, and cold butter in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on low speed until the mixture is crumbly and the butter is the size of peas. Or mix together with a pastry blender. Evenly distribute the crumb topping over the whole thing.

Place the baking pan on a sheet pan and bake for one hour until the top is brown and the apples are bubbly.

Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Recipe from Barefoot Contessa Parties.

• Author: Elizabeth
• Prep Time: 15
• Cook Time: 60 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baked
• Cuisine: American