Why Granny Smith Apples Make This Buttery Oat Apple Crisp Taste Better Than Pie

A warm, old-fashioned apple crisp made with tart Granny Smith apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a buttery oat crumble topping — all baked in a cast iron skillet. The host shares a personal family story about her grandma serving this for breakfast, and walks through every step from peeling to the perfect golden crumble. Ready in under an hour and best served warm with vanilla ice cream.

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🧾 Ingredients

  • 14 medium tart apples (Granny Smith, about 1½ lbs)
  • 2¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 3½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 4½ cup quick or old-fashioned oats
  • 5⅓ cup salted butter, softened
  • 6¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 7¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 8Ice cream or whipped topping, for serving
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