Skillet Apple Crisp

Tender cinnamon apples under a buttery oat crumble, baked in one skillet and best served warm with ice cream.

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Prep15 min
Cook35 min
Total50 min
Yield6 servings
LevelBeginner

Ingredients

US measurements with metric in parentheses.

Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Toss apples with granulated sugar, lemon juice and half the cinnamon in a 10-inch (25 cm) oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
  3. Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, salt and remaining cinnamon. Rub in the butter with your fingers until clumpy.
  4. Scatter the topping evenly over the apples.
  5. Bake 35 minutes until the topping is golden and the juices bubble. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

Tips for success

  • Mix apple varieties, such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp, for balance.
  • Keep the butter cold for a crisp topping.

Substitutions

  • Use coconut oil for a dairy-free topping.
  • Pears work beautifully.

Storage & reheating

Cover and keep at room temperature one day or refrigerate up to 4 days; rewarm at 325°F (160°C).

Estimated nutrition per serving

Estimate only. Calculated roughly from typical ingredients; real values vary by brand and portion.

Calories~380 kcal
Protein~3 g
Carbohydrates~63 g
Fat~14 g

Frequently asked questions

Is crisp the same as crumble?

They are very close; crisp usually includes oats, crumble may not.