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### The Ultimate Apple Crisp Recipe: A Nostalgic Delight
Now, I had it—the secret to replicating my grandmother’s classic recipe that had eluded me for years. Apple crisp, for those unfamiliar, is a warm, comforting dessert made with tender apples baked under a buttery, crispy topping. It’s a classic, simple recipe that often gets overshadowed by its flashier counterparts, but I swear, nothing tastes better after a long day than a scoop of warm apple crisp topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Let’s break down this recipe, shall we? The following ingredients will help you recreate a dessert that’s not just a blast from the past, but a treat that will have your family asking for seconds—just like mine did all those years ago.
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### Ingredients:
#### For the Filling:
– 5 large Granny Smith apples (or any tart apples you love)
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp nutmeg
– 1 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken)
– A pinch of salt
#### For the Topping:
– 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
– 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes)
– Optional: A handful of chopped pecans or walnuts for added texture
#### To Serve:
– Vanilla ice cream (my family’s favorite choice, though whipped cream also works!)
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### Instructions:
1. **Preheat the Oven**: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven is heating up, prepare your apples.
2. **Prepare the Apples**: Peel and core your apples, then slice them into thin pieces. If you’re using an apple slicer or the mysterious gadget from your childhood, now’s the time to put it to work. This handy tool will make slicing apples a breeze and ensure that each piece is perfectly uniform.
3. **Make the Filling**: In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Make sure everything is evenly coated. The cornstarch will help thicken the juices that come out of the apples as they cook, giving you that signature apple crisp texture.
4. **Prepare the Topping**: In another bowl, mix together the oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes and, using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. If you like a little extra crunch, fold in your nuts of choice.
5. **Assemble the Crisp**: Transfer the apple mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish. Evenly spread the topping over the apples, making sure to cover them completely.
6. **Bake**: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender.
7. **Serve**: Let your apple crisp cool slightly before serving. For an added indulgence, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. You can even drizzle it with caramel sauce if you’re feeling extra fancy!
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