Quick Maple Cinnamon Apple Crisp
A cozy apple crisp sweetened with pure maple syrup and spiced with cinnamon, ready in under an hour for a comforting homemade dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes layers peeled and sliced medium apples, ground cinnamon, maple syrup 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 320 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
- 4, peeled and sliced medium apples
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 6 tbsp, cold and diced unsalted butter
- 1/8 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a bowl, toss 4 peeled and sliced medium apples with 1 tsp ground cinnamon and 1/3 cup maple syrup until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Transfer the apple mixture to a greased 8-inch square baking dish and spread evenly.
- Step 3: In another bowl, combine 3/4 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/8 tsp salt.
- Step 4: Cut 6 tbsp cold diced unsalted butter into the oat mixture using a pastry cutter or fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 5: Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples.
- Step 6: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling around the edges.
- Step 7: Let cool for 10 minutes before serving warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Maple Cinnamon Apple Crisp take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Quick Maple Cinnamon Apple Crisp?
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 Quick Maple Cinnamon Apple Crisp?
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 Quick Maple Cinnamon Apple Crisp 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 Quick Maple Cinnamon Apple Crisp?
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.
