Indulge your sweet tooth with this easy and delicious Crock-Pot Apple Crisp recipe. Perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy night in, this warm and comforting dessert is sure to be a hit. Try it today and get ready to impress your guests with your baking skills!
Why You Should Make Slow Cooker Apple Crisp
I recently discovered a new favorite dessert recipe that is not only delicious but incredibly easy to make in your trusty slow cooker – Crock-Pot Apple Crisp. This sweet treat combines the warm flavors of apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar with a crunchy oat topping that will have your taste buds singing.
To start, gather your ingredients: apples (cooking apples such as granny smith work best), sugar, all-purpose flour, cinnamon, old fashioned rolled oats, light brown sugar, butter, and any optional add-ins such as chopped walnuts, pecans, or raisins.
Begin by peeling and thinly slicing your apples, then toss them in a mixture of sugar, flour and cinnamon. Spread the apple mixture evenly in the bottom of your crockpot. In a separate bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, and softened butter with a fork until crumbly. Sprinkle this mixture over the apples in the slow cooker.
For added convenience, place a few paper towels on top of the slow cooker before placing the lid on to catch any excess moisture during cooking. Cook on low for a few hours until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown and crisp. No need to stir.
This Slow Cooker Apple Crisp is the perfect dessert for cozy nights in or special occasions with friends and family. Plus, it’s versatile – feel free to make it your own by adding your favorite nuts or dried fruit for an extra layer of flavor.
If you have leftovers, I must say that cold apple crisp makes for a mighty fine breakfast! 😍
Frequently Asked Questions
Both apple cobbler and apple crisp start with a base of cooked apples but the difference comes when we are talking about the topping that is baked on top of those delicious apples. A cobbler has a sweetened biscuit dough that is dolloped on top of the fruit and when it bakes it resembled a stone cobbled street. A fruit crisp however, has a crispy crumble topping that is often made with rolled oats.
Yes, you can use any type of apples that you prefer. The most popular choice is Granny Smith apples. However you can also use Honeycrisp, Jonagold, Braeburn, Fuji, Gala or Cortland apples too!
Yes, you can customize the topping to your liking by adding nuts or even coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.
Yes, you can prepare the apple crisp and store it in the fridge overnight. Just add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the cut apple mixture to prevent the apples from turning brown. Then, just pop it in the Crock-Pot the next day and let it cook.
Absolutely! Serving the apple crisp with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream or Cool Whip whipped topping is a delicious finishing touch.
Yes, you can customize the flavor profile of this crockpot apple crisp by changing up the spices used to flavor the crisp. Cinnamon is a classic pairing with apples but nutmeg, ground cloves, and ginger are lovely additions too. To make it easier you can also just use apple pie spice mix.
Yes, this recipe can easily be adapted to be baked in the oven instead of the slow cooker. Just preheat your oven to 350° F (180° C) and prepare the recipe per the instructions found in the recipe card. Bake in a 8 X 13 inch baking pan for about 30 to 40 minutes.
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Crock-Pot Apple Crisp Recipe
Equipment
- Pastry Cutter or fork
- Paper Towels or clean kitchen towel
Ingredients
- 3 Pounds Apples (See Our Guide On Picking The Best Apples)
- 2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
- 2 Tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1 Cup Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
- 1 Cup Brown Sugar
- ½ Cup Unsalted Butter (Softened To Room Temperature And Cut Into Cubes)
Instructions
- Peel, core and thinly sliced your apples and place them in a 5 to 6 quart slow cooker.
- Add granulated sugar, flour and cinnamon to the apples and toss to coat.
- In a medium mixing bowl combine together the oats, brown sugar and softened butter and mix with a pastry cutter or two knifes until you have a crumbly mixture.
- Sprinkle oat mixture evenly over the top of the apples.
- Place a layer of paper towels or a clean kitchen towel between the slow cooker crock and lid to prevent condensation from dripping on your apple crisp while it cooks.
- Cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours or until apples are fully cooked and crisp topping is browned along the edges.
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