Quick Sheet Pan Cinnamon Apple Crisp
A fast and easy sheet pan apple crisp with warm cinnamon and a crunchy oat topping, perfect for an effortless dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes pairs peeled and sliced apples, brown sugar, ground cinnamon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 6 cups peeled and sliced apples
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spread 6 cups peeled and sliced apples evenly on a large rimmed sheet pan. Sprinkle 1/2 cup brown sugar and 2 tsp ground cinnamon evenly over the apples, tossing lightly to coat.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp salt, and 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter cut into small cubes. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 3: Evenly sprinkle the oat topping mixture over the apples on the sheet pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender.
- Step 4: Let the crisp cool for 10 minutes before serving warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Sheet Pan Cinnamon Apple Crisp take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Quick Sheet Pan Cinnamon Apple Crisp?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep peeled and sliced apples from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Sheet Pan 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 Sheet Pan Cinnamon Apple Crisp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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 Sheet Pan 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.
