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Brown Butter Apple Crisp: Easy Family Dessert with Oat Crunch

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This brown butter apple crisp features a nutty, rich brown butter paired with soft cinnamon apples and a crunchy oat topping. It’s a simple yet special dessert perfect for weeknights or company.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 6 cups)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Position the rack in the center.
  2. Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick slices (about 6 cups). Place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch to the apples. Toss gently until every slice is coated. Set aside.
  4. Cut the 1/2 cup unsalted butter into pieces and place in a skillet over medium heat. Stir constantly until the butter melts, foams, and turns golden-amber with a nutty aroma (about 5-7 minutes). Immediately pour into a heat-safe bowl to stop cooking.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Stir with a fork. Pour the warm brown butter over the dry ingredients and mix until it looks like wet sand and clumps together.
  6. Pour the apple mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the oat crumble over the top in an even layer, patting gently.
  7. Place the dish on a baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, until the filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown. If the topping browns too fast, tent with foil after 30 minutes.
  8. Cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. The filling will thicken as it sets.

Notes

Don’t rush the brown butter; use medium heat and stir constantly. Let the crisp rest after baking to allow the filling to set. For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend. For a vegan version, use vegan butter.

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Keywords: brown butter apple crisp, apple crisp, easy apple dessert, oat crumble, fall dessert, family dessert

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