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Pioneer Woman Apple Crisp Recipe

Pioneer Woman Apple Crisp Recipe
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This Pioneer Woman Apple Crisp is a warm, comforting dessert featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apples baked under a buttery oat and brown sugar topping. Perfect for cozy evenings, it delivers a delightful mix of sweet and tart flavors with a crisp, crumbly texture that pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Ingredients

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Apple Filling

  • 8 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup water

Crisp Topping

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup quick-cooking oats
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the apple crisp evenly.
  2. Prepare Apples: In a large bowl, combine the peeled, cored, and sliced apples with the granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Toss well to coat all the apple slices evenly.
  3. Add Water to Apples: Pour in 1/2 cup water and mix everything thoroughly, which will help create a saucy base as the apples bake.
  4. Arrange Apple Mixture: Transfer the apple mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.
  5. Mix Topping: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Stir together to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
  6. Add Butter to Topping: Pour in the melted butter and mix until the topping becomes crumbly and holds together slightly.
  7. Top the Apples: Sprinkle the buttery oat topping evenly over the apple filling in the baking dish.
  8. Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
  9. Serve: Remove from oven and serve the apple crisp warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Choose tart apple varieties like Granny Smith or sweet ones like Honeycrisp for best flavor balance.
  • Peeling and coring the apples ensures a soft texture in the filling.
  • For a nuttier crunch, add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the topping.
  • Make ahead and store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat before serving.
  • This dessert is best served warm, but leftovers can be enjoyed cold or reheated.

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