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Wholesome Harvest Apple Crisp with Oat Pecan Topping

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A quick and easy apple crisp with a crunchy oat pecan topping, made without pre-cooking the apples. Perfect for fall gatherings and weeknight desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium apples, mixed varieties (e.g., 3 Granny Smith and 3 Honeycrisp)
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Position the rack in the center of the oven.
  2. Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick slices. You should have about 6 to 7 cups.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, maple syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and salt. Toss until evenly coated. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes and cut into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces.
  5. Transfer the apple mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle the oat pecan topping evenly over the apples without pressing down.
  6. Place the dish on a baking sheet and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the juices are bubbling around the edges. If the topping browns too quickly, tent with foil after 30 minutes.
  7. Let the crisp cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, use a mix of tart and sweet apples (e.g., Granny Smith and Honeycrisp). Cold butter is essential for a crunchy topping. Let the crisp rest before serving to allow juices to thicken. For a gluten-free version, use oat flour or a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend. For a vegan version, use solid coconut oil or plant-based butter.

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Keywords: apple crisp, oat pecan topping, fall dessert, easy apple crisp, wholesome harvest

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