Paula Deen Apple Crisp Recipe
If you love warm and cozy desserts, this Paula Deen Apple Crisp Recipe is perfect. It is sweet, buttery and full of apple flavor.
Ingredients
For Apple Filling:
- 5 apples peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For Crisp Topping:
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease a baking dish lightly to prevent sticking.
Prepare the Apples
- Peel and slice apples evenly. Place them in a large bowl for mixing.
Add Flavor to Apples
- Add sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and lemon juice. Mix well until apples are coated evenly.
Transfer to Baking Dish
- Pour the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly for uniform cooking.
Prepare the Topping
- In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar and salt. Add melted butter and mix until crumbly.
Add Topping
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples. Cover the entire surface for a crispy finish.
Bake the Crisp
- Place dish in oven. Bake for 30–35 minutes until top is golden brown and apples are soft.
Cool Slightly
- Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. This helps the crisp set properly.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve warm for best taste. Enjoy the soft apples and crunchy topping together.
Notes
- Use Granny Smith apples for tart flavor
- Add chopped nuts for crunch
- Use maple syrup instead of sugar
- Add raisins for sweetness
- Serve with vanilla ice cream
- Do not overbake to avoid dryness
- Mix different apple varieties
- Add caramel drizzle for extra richness