Apple Crisp

Ingredients

• 3 large apples (peeled and thinly sliced)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup butter (cold and cut into small cubes)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. In a 9-inch pie pan or baking dish, arrange the apples in an even layer.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add the butter and mix together until crumbly.
4. Sprinkle the topping over the apples and bake for 40-45 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and apples are tender.
5. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Apple crisps are believed to have originated in the United States in the late 1800s.
• Apple crisps can be served with a scoop of ice cream for an extra special treat.
• The topping of an apple crisp is usually made with oats, sugar, butter, and spices.