This Easy Apple Crisp is the ideal dessert when you crave the flavors of a fall apple pie without the fuss of making a crust. It’s quick to prepare, and the topping is rich with oats, pecans, and butter. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel if you like. It’s a comforting treat for any crisp autumn day.

I’m ready for fall more than most. After a long, hot summer full of masks, distancing, and too much sickness, a cool, crisp autumn feels like a fresh start. I swung by the grocery store for Granny Smith apples and set about filling the kitchen with warm, cozy aromas.

I didn’t want to spend hours baking, so I skipped making a pie crust. Instead I chose this Easy Apple Crisp—simple, comforting, and full of classic fall flavor.