Ingredients and Weight:
- Granny Smith apples (8 cups peeled and sliced)
- All-purpose flour (1 1/2 cups)
- Brown sugar (1 cup)
- White sugar (1/2 cup)
- Ground cinnamon (1 teaspoon)
- Ground nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/4 teaspoon)
- Old-fashioned oats (1 cup)
- Pecans (1/2 cup chopped)
- Butter (1/2 cup cold and cut into small pieces)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the apples, flour, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Toss to coat.
- In a separate bowl, combine the oats, pecans, and butter. Stir until the butter is coated.
- Pour the apple mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with the oat mixture.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving)
* Calories: 250
* Fat: 10g
* Carbohydrates: 40g
* Protein: 3g
* Fiber: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Warm and comforting
- Apple-heavy with a crispy topping
- Sweet and slightly spiced
- Perfect for fall and winter dessert
User Comments:
- "This apple crisp is absolutely delicious! The crust is perfectly crisp and the apples are soft and flavorful."
- "I love that this recipe uses Granny Smith apples, they give it a nice tart flavor."
- "I added a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top and it was heavenly."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have Granny Smith apples, you can substitute any other tart apple variety.
- Be sure to slice the apples thinly so they cook evenly.
- Don't overmix the topping mixture, as this will make it tough.
- Let the apple crisp cool for a few minutes before serving to allow the topping to set.
