Drinks
Homemade Browned Butter Apple Crisp
This classic dessert features tender apple slices tossed in maple syrup and vanilla, topped with a crumble made with browned butter for a rich, nutty flavor.
20 minPrep time
45 minCook time
1 hr 5 minTotal time
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Instructions
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Preheat and Prep Apples
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the sliced apples in a 6-cup baking dish. Stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract to coat the apples evenly. -
Brown the Butter
In a small saucepot, melt the unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Cook until it browns and develops a nutty aroma, ensuring the foam has subsided. Set aside to cool slightly. -
Make the Topping
In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Pour in the browned butter and stir until the mixture is fully blended. -
Assemble and Bake
Spread the oat mixture evenly over the apples. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the crisp is bubbling at the edges and the apples yield easily when pierced with a knife. -
Rest and Serve
Allow the crisp to cool for 15 minutes before serving.
Video
“Professional Baker Teaches You How To Make APPLE CRISP!” by Oh Yum with Anna Olson, watch on YouTube.
About this recipe
The combination of sweet, eating apples and a spiced oat topping makes this crisp a comforting weekend bake. The use of browned butter in the topping adds a distinct depth that complements the fruit. Serve the crisp warm, ideally after it has rested for fifteen minutes, to allow the juices to settle slightly.
