Apple Crisp

Name: Apple Crisp
Ingredients: 4 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch wedges; 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, diced and chilled; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/4 cup rolled oats; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, diced and chilled; 1/4 cup caramel candy squares, quartered; Vanilla ice cream, for serving, optional

15 ingredients

11 steps

Ingredients

4 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch wedges
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, diced and chilled
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup rolled oats
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, diced and chilled
1/4 cup caramel candy squares, quartered
Vanilla ice cream, for serving, optional

Directions

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2

For the apples: In a large bowl, combine the apples with the brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, orange juice, diced butter and cinnamon and reserve.
3

For the crisp: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon and salt.
4

Add the butter and, using your hands, rub the mixture until it resembles crumbs.
5

Cover and refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
6

Pour the apple mixture into an 8-by-8-inch baking pan.
7

Sprinkle on the caramel squares and salt.
8

Place the crisp mixture on top of the apples, scattering evenly without pressing it down.
9

Bake until crispy and golden brown, 40 to 45 minutes.
10

Let cool.
11

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.