FALL FAVORITE

Caramel Apple Crisp

Cinnamon-spiced apples and caramel baked beneath a buttery oat topping until jammy, golden, and crisp.

Caramel Apple Crisp is warm, cozy, and perfect for dessert. Careful mixing and complete cooling protect the crumb, filling, or crust from becoming heavy.

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Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Total Time55 mins
Servings8
DifficultyEasy

Ingredients

For the Apple Filling

  • 6 apples, peeled and sliced
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce

For the Crisp Topping

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Substitutions

  • In Caramel Apple Crisp, a firm plant-based butter can replace dairy butter; use the same amount and expect a slightly different flavor.
  • In Caramel Apple Crisp, use another fruit with similar moisture and keep the measured amount close to the recipe.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Oven

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a baking dish.

Step 2: Make the Apple Filling

Mix sliced apples with brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, cornstarch, and caramel sauce.

Make the apple filling for Caramel Apple Crisp

Step 3: Make the Topping

In a bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.

Make the topping for Caramel Apple Crisp

Step 4: Assemble

Spread the apple mixture in the baking dish and sprinkle the oat topping evenly over it.

Step 5: Bake

Bake for 35–40 minutes until the topping is golden and the apples are tender.

Bake for Caramel Apple Crisp

Step 6: Serve

Drizzle with extra caramel and serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Finished Caramel Apple Crisp ready to serve

How to Store Leftovers

Cool Caramel Apple Crisp completely before covering. Store it airtight at cool room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 4 days if the kitchen is warm or the recipe contains fresh fruit.

How to Reheat

Serve Caramel Apple Crisp at room temperature unless the recipe is intended warm. Heat individual portions briefly and avoid overheating frosting, glaze, or fruit filling.

Serving Ideas

  • Vanilla ice cream
  • Whipped cream
  • Coffee or tea
  • Fresh berries

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Overmixing after flour is added.
  • Cutting or frosting before cooling.

Nutrition Information

Nutrient Per Serving
Calories 360
Protein 3g
Carbohydrates 58g
Fat 14g
Sugar 38g

Nutrition is an estimate and can vary with brands, portion size, and substitutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the clearest doneness cue for Caramel Apple Crisp?

Bake for 35–40 minutes until the topping is golden and the apples are tender.

What substitution works well in Caramel Apple Crisp?

In Caramel Apple Crisp, a firm plant-based butter can replace dairy butter; use the same amount and expect a slightly different flavor.

About the Author

Written and edited by the FreshFork Recipes Team.

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