Apple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream
Nothing says comfort quite like apple crisp with vanilla ice cream. The mix of warm apples, spices, and a crunchy topping is something you’ll want to enjoy again and again. You’ll love how easy it is to make from scratch!
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If you’re looking for a dessert that you can serve at family weekend dinners and also enjoy on regular days at home, you’ll love this recipe.
This version is extra indulgent thanks to the vanilla ice cream and vanilla sauce.
Check it out, and if you’d like, customize it with your favorite spices, fall fruits, or even any ingredients you already have on hand. 🍎
How to Make Apple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Serves: 6
Equipment
- 9×9-inch baking dish or similar oven-safe dish
- Mixing bowls
- Pastry cutter or clean hands for cutting butter into topping
- Fork for testing apples
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 6 medium apples (mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (1 gram)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice (0.5 gram)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (30 milliliters)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (8 grams)
For the Topping:
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) (60 grams)
To Serve:
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Then, lightly grease your baking dish.
Step 2: Prepare the filling. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
Step 3: Toss until the apples are evenly coated. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Step 4: Time to make the topping. In a medium bowl, mix together the oats, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Step 5: Add the cold butter cubes and, using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the chopped nuts, if using.
Step 6: Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apple mixture.
Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 8: Remove the crisp from the oven and let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the juices to settle.
Step 9: Scoop your warm apple crisp into bowls and top with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. If you want, you can drizzle it with caramel sauce.
What to Serve with Homemade Apple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream
- Make it even sweeter: Apple crisp and vanilla ice cream already make a complete dessert, but you can always take it up a notch. If you’re not in the mood for caramel sauce, sprinkle on some extra cinnamon to make it even more irresistible.
- After your hearty, savory meals: Enjoy it after roast chicken, pork chops, or any of your favorite shrimp dinners. A mouthwatering change from the usual cakes and cookies!
- Seasonal spreads: Apple crisp fits right into holiday tables or fall gatherings. Serve it alongside chewy gingersnap cookies, sweet potato bites, pumpkin cinnamon rolls, or even a warm mug of apple cider for a festive spread.
Looking for more sweets to add to your fall spread? These easy apple dessert recipes are so comforting, you’ll want to make them all year round. 🍨
How to Store Your Apple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream
Store any leftover apple crisp (without the ice cream!) in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.
The topping will soften slightly, but the flavors will stay rich and delicious.
Want to save some for later? Freeze it for up to two months. Remember to wrap the cooled crisp tightly in plastic wrap and foil before freezing.
Once you’re ready to enjoy it again, warm it in the oven at 350°F for about 15 minutes to restore the crisp texture. 🤤
Helpful Extras for Making and Serving Your Apple Crisp
- Get ceramic ramekins and serve your apple crisp in individual portions. They’re a great choice if you’re hosting a small party.
- A squeeze bottle for caramel or chocolate sauce makes serving extra easy (and less messy!). It also helps you create that café-style presentation right at home.
- No apple crisp à la mode is complete without a big, round scoop of ice cream on top. A sturdy ice cream scoop is great to have on hand for portioning cookie dough or even filling muffin cups, so you’ll use it well beyond just dessert nights.
FAQs about Making Apple Crisps
Why are my apple crisps not crunchy?
If your apple crisp isn’t crunchy, it usually means the topping didn’t have enough cold butter or it wasn’t baked long enough. Make sure the butter is well incorporated and bake until the topping is golden brown.
What ice cream goes well with apple crisp?
Vanilla is the classic choice, but you can also try flavors like cinnamon, butter pecan, or even caramel swirl. These pair beautifully with the warm spiced apples and crunchy topping.
Can I prep an apple crisp ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the apple filling and topping separately, then assemble right before baking. This makes it easier to save time on busy days or have dessert ready to go for a dinner party.
Don’t wait for a special occasion. Apple crisp is simple enough to whip up during the week.
Here’s an idea: why not put your own twist on this recipe? Add cranberries for a tart kick, swap in pears, or sprinkle in extra spices to match your taste.
You can also pair it with lots of different ice cream flavors!
Looking for more comforting recipes? Enjoy these delicious treats any time of the day:
- Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake
- Chocolate Walnut Brownies
- Carrot Cake Smoothie
- Berry Granola Cups
- Chocolate Mousse
Apple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
Nothing says comfort quite like apple crisp with vanilla ice cream. The mix of warm apples, spices, and a crunchy topping is something you’ll want to enjoy again and again. You’ll love how easy it is to make from scratch!
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 6 medium apples (mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
For the Topping:
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
To Serve:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or a similar-sized oven-safe dish.
- Prepare the filling. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
- Toss until the apples are evenly coated. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Time to make the topping. In a medium bowl, mix together the oats, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the cold butter cubes and, using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the chopped nuts, if using.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apple mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove the crisp from the oven and let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the juices to settle.
- Category: Dessert
