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Best Granny Smith Apples for Baking Easy Tart Crisp Recipe

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A quick and easy tart crisp recipe featuring firm, tart Granny Smith apples with a buttery, crumbly oat topping. Perfect for cozy fall evenings and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large Granny Smith apples (about 2 pounds / 900 grams), peeled, cored, and sliced thinly
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (can swap almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Peel, core, and slice the Granny Smith apples into about 1/4-inch thick slices.
  3. Toss the apple slices with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
  4. Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt.
  6. Add cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or fork to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces.
  7. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and apple juices are bubbling.
  9. Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use firm Granny Smith apples for best texture. Keep butter cold when mixing topping to avoid greasiness. Lemon juice prevents apple browning. For vegan version, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter. Gluten-free option available by swapping flour with almond or gluten-free flour. Adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top is recommended. Broil briefly if topping is not crunchy enough after baking.

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Keywords: Granny Smith apples, apple crisp, tart crisp, easy apple dessert, fall dessert, baking, oat topping, gluten-free option, vegan option

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