Autumn Apple Crisp

This apple crisp is sure to be a hit with your guests (and you!) on a cool fall night . Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.

FILLING

5 lbs. Granny Smith apples

2 tbsp fresh orange juice

1/2 cup sugar

2 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp ground nutmeg

TOPPING

2 1/2 cups flour

3/4 cup lt. brown sugar

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 tsp kosher salt

1 cup rolled oats

3 sticks chilled butter, diced

Step 1:  Preheat the oven to 350°F and butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Peel, core, and cut the apples into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3: Add the apples to the juice, sugar, and spices. Pour into the baking dish.

Step 4: To make the topping, combine the flour, sugars, salt, oats, and cold butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Mix on low-speed until the mixture is crumbly. You can also do this with your hands.

Step 5: Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples.

Step 6: Place the baking dish on a sheet pan and bake for an hour until the top is brown and the apples are soft. Best served warm with vanilla ice cream.