Easy Apple Crisp with Oat Topping

Instructions

1. 1
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch (or similar) baking dish.
2. 2
   Peel, core, and slice apples about 1/2-inch thick. Toss them with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg directly in the baking dish.
3. 3
   In a mixing bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Add cold, cubed butter.
4. 4
   Cut the butter into the dry mixture using a pastry blender, two forks, or your fingertips, until the mixture is crumbly with small clumps. Stir in nuts if using.
5. 5
   Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apples, pressing down gently.
6. 6
   Bake 35-40 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling.
7. 7
   Remove from oven and let cool for at least 10 minutes. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.