No oats? No problem! This is the simple apple crisp you need this fall, with warm spiced apples and a buttery topping that’s crisp, golden, and totally satisfying. Whether you’re after a healthy apple crisp or an old-fashioned apple crisp, this easy apple crisp recipe delivers comfort without the oats.
Arrange apples in a 9x9 or similarly sized round baking dish. Pour water over apples and then sprinkle with cinnamon.
In a medium mixing bowl, mix together butter, white sugar, and brown sugar. Stir in flour and blend until the dough has a paste-like consistency. Spread crust over top of the apples in the baking dish.