Rolled oats: 1 1/2 cups – for a chewy, hearty texture.
Graham cracker crumbs: 1 cup – adds sweetness and helps bind the crust.
Brown sugar: 1/2 cup – for a rich, molasses-like sweetness.
Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (melted) – binds the mixture and adds richness.
Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon – for warmth and spice.
For the Apple Filling:
Apples: 3-4 medium, peeled and finely diced – choose a sweet and tart variety like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best flavor.
Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon – prevents the apples from browning and adds brightness.
Cream cheese: 8 ounces (softened) – creates a creamy base for the filling.
Powdered sugar: 1 cup – sweetens the filling.
Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon – enhances flavor.
Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon – complements the apples.
Nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon – adds depth to the filling.
Additional:
Whipped cream or whipped topping: For garnish (optional).
Caramel sauce: For drizzling (optional).
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
In a medium bowl, mix together the rolled oats, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon until well combined.
Reserve 1/2 cup of the mixture for the topping. Press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch square dish to form the crust. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
Make the Apple Filling:
Toss the diced apples with lemon juice in a bowl. This prevents browning and adds a tangy flavor.
In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
Fold in the diced apples until they are evenly coated with the cream cheese mixture.
Assemble the Delight:
Spread the apple filling evenly over the chilled crust. Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture on top as a crumbly topping.
Chill:
Cover and refrigerate the No-Bake Oatmeal Apple Pie Delight for at least 2 hours, or until set. This allows the flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up for easier slicing.
Serve:
Cut into squares and serve chilled. Garnish each piece with whipped cream or whipped topping and a drizzle of caramel sauce if desired.