Description
A Lazy Girl Apple Crisp is a streamlined version of the classic American apple crisp. The term “lazy girl” refers to a specific style of cooking that prioritizes efficiency and ease without sacrificing the final flavor profile. Unlike a pie, which requires a finicky crust that must be chilled and rolled, a crisp uses a simple “dump and stir” method for the topping.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Filling
- 5–6 apples, peeled and sliced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Crisp Topping
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup melted butter
Instructions
1. Prep the apples
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Toss sliced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and lemon juice.
- Spread into a greased baking dish.
2. Make the topping
- Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
3. Bake
- Sprinkle topping evenly over apples.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and bubbly.
4. Serve
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Best enjoyed warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Warm, cozy, and incredibly easy — this apple crisp is the perfect last-minute dessert.
- Serve it fresh from the oven with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate comfort treat.
- A simple homemade dessert that tastes like fall in every bite.
- Minimal prep, maximum comfort — exactly the kind of recipe busy days need.
- Sweet cinnamon apples and buttery crumble make this dessert impossible to resist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310 kcal
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