Apple-Walnut Crisp Recipe

Name: Apple-Walnut Crisp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: TOPPING; 1 cup flour; 3/4 cup old fashioned oats; 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 pinch salt; FILLING; 1/2 cup butter, cut into small pieces and slightly softened; 1 cup chopped walnuts (lightly toasted and cooled); 3 lbs apples (peeled and sliced about 1/3-inch thick); 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup white sugar; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 cup flour; vanilla ice cream or whipped cream

Servings: persons

TOPPING
1 cup flour
3/4 cup old fashioned oats
3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch salt
FILLING
1/2 cup butter, cut into small pieces and slightly softened
1 cup chopped walnuts (lightly toasted and cooled)
3 lbs apples (peeled and sliced about 1/3-inch thick)
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup white sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup flour
vanilla ice cream or whipped cream

1
Set oven to 375 degrees.
2
Butter a 10-inch deep-dish glass pie plate (or use an 11 x 7-inch baking dish).
3
For the topping; in a bowl stir together the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon and pinch salt; add in butter and blend with fingers until mixture resembles coarse meal.
4
Add in the toasted walnuts; set aside while preparing the filling.
5
In a large bowl toss the apple slices with the lemon juice; add in all remaining ingredients except the vanilla ice cream, toss well to combine and transfer to the prepared pie plate or baking dish.
6
Sprinkle the prepared topping evenly over the apple mixture.
7
Bake for about 30-40 minutes or until the topping is browned and the apples are fork-tender.
8
Let the crisp stand for 15 minutes before serving.
9
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

1089

kcal

Calories

Fat

174

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: TOPPING, 1 cup flour, 3/4 cup old fashioned oats, 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed, and more.

Yes, Apple-Walnut Crisp falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Apple-Walnut Crisp

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