Apple Crisp

It has been CHILLY here in the mornings and with Thanksgiving a week away it's for sure time for apple crisp.  This is easier than making an apple pie and, dare I say, tastier.  I love a scoop of it warmed up in a mug in the morning or after dinner outside on the patio.  The crisp on top is the best and a scoop of vanilla ice cream takes it to the next level ;)

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

- 10 cups peeled apples (granny smith or other baking apples)

- 1 cup white sugar

- 1 tablespoon flour

- 1 teaspoon ground cinnmamon

- 2 cups quick cooking oats

- 2 cups flour

- 2 cups packed brown sugar

- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

- 1 cup butter, melted

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

Step 1 - Peel and slice your apples.  I use  this slicer and then cut each slice in half with a paring knife.  I used 8 average/large sized Granny Smith apples. You want to use a more tart apple otherwise your crisp will end up mushy and too sweet.

Step 2 - In a large bowl mix together the 1 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon flour and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.  Place the apples into the bowl and toss them to coat.

Step 3 - In a large bowl mix together the 2 cups oats, 2 cups flour, 2 cups brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.  Pour in the 1 cup melted butter and continue to mix until everything is coated.

Step 4 - Pour the apples into a 9 x 13 baking dish.  Cover with the crumble topping and bake at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes.

Let it set for about 30 minutes and then serve warm.  This has TONS of crumble topping and the apples come out baked, but definitely not soggy or overdone.  

 This is wonderful on it's own, served alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream OR with a cup of hot tea in the morning (apples and oats totally qualify it as breakfast, right???)

Happy Fall, y'all!!!