Vanilla Bean Apple Crisp Recipe

Name: Vanilla Bean Apple Crisp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup sugar; 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise; 2 1/4 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, sliced 1/2-inch thick; 1 1/2 tablespoons all purpose flour; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; Pinch of ground nutmeg; 1 cup all purpose flour; 2/3 cup sugar; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Pinch of salt; 1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Servings: persons

1/3 cup sugar
1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
2 1/4 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 1/2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Pinch of ground nutmeg
1 cup all purpose flour
2/3 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
Line rimmed baking sheet with foil.
3
Place sugar in large bowl.
4
Using small sharp knife, scrape seeds from vanilla bean into sugar.
5
Rub mixture with fingertips to distribute seeds.
6
Add next 4 ingredients; toss well.
7
Transfer to 8-inch square glass baking dish.
8
Place dish on prepared baking sheet.
9
Bake until apples are tender and beginning to turn golden brown, about 25 minutes.
10
Remove from oven; stir apples.
11
Blend flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt in processor.
12
Add butter and cut in, using on/off turns, until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
13
Sprinkle crumbs over apples, spreading evenly.
14
Bake crisp until topping is golden brown, about 25 minutes.
15
Cool crisp 10 minutes.

697

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup sugar, 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise, 2 1/4 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, sliced 1/2-inch thick, 1 1/2 tablespoons all purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Vanilla Bean Apple 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vanilla Bean Apple Crisp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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