Oven-Roasted Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Streusel
Warm oven-roasted apples topped with a crunchy cinnamon-oat streusel, perfect for cozy dessert cravings any time of year. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, lemon juice into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 5 medium, peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4 inch thick Granny Smith apples
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 6 tbsp cold, cut into small cubes unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with 1 tbsp butter.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, toss 5 medium peeled, cored, and sliced Granny Smith apples with 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 2 tbsp lemon juice until well coated; transfer to prepared baking dish.
- Step 3: In another bowl, combine 3/4 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/8 tsp kosher salt.
- Step 4: Add 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter cubes to the oat mixture and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 5: Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the apple mixture and bake for 40-45 minutes until topping is golden brown and apples are bubbly and tender.
- Step 6: Let cool slightly before serving; pair with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Streusel take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Oven-Roasted Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Streusel?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Streusel?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Oven-Roasted Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Streusel for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Oven-Roasted Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Streusel?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
