Warm Apple Crisp Vanilla (Print Version)
Tender apples, oat crumble, and vanilla ice cream combine for a delicious sweet dessert, ideal for autumn gatherings.
# Components:
→ Apple Filling
01 - 6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
02 - 2 large Honeycrisp apples, peeled and sliced
03 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
05 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Crisp Topping
09 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
10 - 1 cup old-fashioned oats
11 - 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
13 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
→ For Serving
15 - Vanilla ice cream
16 - Caramel sauce (optional)
17 - Whipped cream (optional)
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. In a large mixing bowl, combine Granny Smith apples, Honeycrisp apples, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Toss until the apples are evenly coated. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
02 - In a separate large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, old-fashioned oats, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or clean hands to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture forms coarse, crumbly clusters with some larger pieces throughout.
03 - Distribute the topping mixture evenly over the apple filling in the baking dish. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender and bubbling.
04 - Remove the dish from the oven and set it on a wire rack. Allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes so the juices thicken slightly.
05 - Portion the apple crisp into serving bowls while still warm. Top each serving with vanilla ice cream. Drizzle with caramel sauce or add a dollop of whipped cream if desired.