Apple Crisp with Oat Topping
A comforting and delicious gluten-free apple crisp featuring a warm cinnamon-spiced apple filling and a buttery, oat-based topping. This recipe uses gluten-free oats and flour to ensure it's safe for those with gluten sensitivities, while still delivering classic apple crisp flavor.
50 min
Total Time
6
Servings
easy
Difficulty
15 min
Prep Time
35 min
Cook Time
50 min
Total Time
Ingredients
- 6 medium Apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix)
- 1 cup Gluten-Free Rolled Oats
- 1/2 cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Blend
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
- 2
Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4 inch thick pieces. Place them in a large bowl.
- 3
Add lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract to the apples. Toss to combine.
- 4
In a separate bowl, combine gluten-free rolled oats, gluten-free flour, brown sugar, and salt.
- 5
Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 6
Pour the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples.
- 7
Drizzle water over the topping.
- 8
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender and bubbling.
- 9
Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Tips & Notes
- •Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor profile.
- •For a nuttier flavor, add 1/4 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the oat topping.
- •If the topping starts to brown too quickly, cover the dish loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Recipe Variations
- →Try adding different herbs for variety.
- →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.