Keep the kitchen cool and make this decadent Crock Pot Apple Crisp. It is rich and delicious while being simple to make. Top with ice cream for a real treat.
Crock Pot Apple Crisp will make your entire house smell amazing as it cooks. The aroma of cinnamon and sugar blended with apples simmers to perfection. This easy crock pot dessert is so tender, and the crisp topping is heavenly.
If you enjoy apple desserts, try making Apple Pie Cookies and Caramel apple dump cake for more Easy Apple Desserts.
For another flavor, try Pumpkin Crisp.
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What is The Difference Between Apple Pie And Apple Crisp?
Traditionally, a pie has a flaky and buttery crust on the bottom. The pie crust is topped with a pie filling and baked. It is then baked and served in slices.
Whereas, an apple crisp has a crumble instead of a crust. It is a tasty oat topping that pairs perfectly with the apple mixture. The combination of oats, flour and more result in a crumble topping everyone enjoys.
They are both delicious. However, apple crisp is a bit easier to make and more forgiving than making a pie crust.
Ingredients
- Apple Pie Filling. You can use your favorite brand.
- Brown Sugar. Homemade Brown Sugar Recipe is so easy to make.
- All Purpose Flour. Spoon the flour into a measuring cup instead of spooning it. This will prevent the flour from being packed into it.
- Salted Butter. The butter needs to be melted.
- Ground Cinnamon. Feel free to adjust this to taste if you love cinnamon.
Get the complete list of ingredients in the recipe card at the bottom.
Variations and Substitutions
- Pie filling. You can use any pie filling recipe including other varieties. Peach and blueberry make great options. Both of these are delicious.
- Granny Smith. You can use fresh sliced apples with lemon juice in this recipe.
- Nuts. Add chopped nuts to the topping for an added crunch and more flavor. Chopped pecans or walnuts taste great in this recipe.
- Gluten free. Substitute gluten free flour for the all purpose flour in this recipe.
- Vegan. You can use coconut oil instead of butter for a vegan option.
How to Make Apple Crisp In Crock Pot
- Step 1. Prepare the crock pot. Spray a 5 or 6 quart crock pot with cooking spray. This step is important as it makes cleanup so much easier. You can also use a crock pot liner if you prefer.
Step 2. Next, spread the apple pie filling into the bottom of the slow cooker.
Step 3. Combine the topping ingredients together in a large mixing bowl. Then evenly pour this mixture on top of the apple pie filling in the crock pot.
Step 4. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on high for 2 hours until the edges are browned slightly.
Step 5. Be careful not to overcook this. Serve warm topped with ice cream or whipped cream and enjoy!
Storage
Refrigerate the leftover apple crisp in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Reheat the leftovers before serving as this recipe is best served warmed.
You can freeze apple crisp inside an airtight container. Place in the freezer up to 3 months. Allow this to thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to enjoy.
Topping Ideas
- Vanilla ice cream. The crisp is served warm so the ice cream melts and makes each bite so amazing. I love to use No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream.
- Butter Pecan Ice Cream. The pecans in in this combine perfectly with the apple crisp.
- Caramel sauce. The combination of Homemade Caramel Sauce Recipe and apple result in a super-rich and decadent dessert.
- Whipped cream. Feel free to use store bought or Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe.
Pro Tips
- Cooking time. Crock pots can vary, and the cooking time may need to be adjusted.
- Remove the lid. If the top is not getting crispy, remove the lid in the last few minutes of cooking. This will help to remove any condensation that has formed.
- Crockpot liners. Line the slow cooker with a liner to make clean up easy. This is such a time saver and very convenient. If you do not have any, make sure to spray the crock with cooking spray.
- Omit the oats. If you prefer a more streusel topping. omit the oats in the topping. The flour and other ingredients will combine to form a tasty topping for another option.
- Make in advance. The topping is very freezer friendly. You can mix this together and place inside a freezer bag. Freeze up to 3 months. Sprinkle on fruit and bake as normal. It is so delicious and really easy to make ahead.
Can You Use Fresh Apples?
Yes, you can use 6 apples thinly sliced. It is important to slice them as evenly as possible. This will help the apples to cook at the same speed.
If you are using fresh apples, we suggest using Granny Smith, Honey Crisp, Golden Delicious or Pink lady. Feel free to combine different types of apples.
The best results come from using a blend of sweet and tart apples that hold up well during baking. You do not want the apples to get overly mushy while baking.
The fresh apples will need to be combined with a tablespoon lemon juice, ⅓ cup sugar, a tablespoon of cornstarch and a teaspoon of cinnamon.
More Easy Slow Cooker Desserts
- Crockpot Peanut Clusters Recipe
- Slow Cooker Lava Cake Recipe
- Crock Pot Better Than Sex Cake
- Easy Crock pot Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake
- Crock Pot Pecan Pie
Give this recipe a try for a quick and easy dessert any night of the week. It is also inexpensive to make. Please leave a comment once you try it.
Crock Pot Apple Crisp
Ingredients
- 42 oz. Apple Pie Filling
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- 1 cup Rolled Oats
- 1/2 cup All Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Salted Butter melted
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Spray a 5 or 6 quart crock pot with non-stick cooking spray. Spread the apple pie filling into the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together the other ingredients. Then evenly pour this mixture on top of the apple pie filling in the crock pot.
- Cover and cook on high for 2 hours to 2 ½ hours until the edges are browned slightly and the apple crisp is cooked through.
- Then serve warmed topped with ice cream or whipped cream and enjoy!
Can you make this in an oven?
Yes, I hope a baked version that you can find here – https://dessertsonadime.com/apple-crisp-recipe/