Description
This comforting slow cooker apple crisp features tender, caramelized apples beneath a buttery, cinnamon-spiced oat crumble. By using the slow cooker, you achieve perfectly soft fruit without the risk of burnt edges. It is a foolproof, fuss-free dessert perfect for large gatherings or a cozy family treat. The blend of tart and sweet apples ensures a balanced flavor profile that highlights the warm notes of cinnamon and rich molasses from the brown sugar.
Ingredients
6 cups apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
Peel, core, and slice apples into thin, uniform wedges.
Toss apple slices in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
Transfer the apple mixture to a greased slow cooker insert.
Combine oats, flour, remaining brown sugar, and remaining cinnamon in a bowl.
Cut cold butter into the oat mixture using a pastry cutter or fingers until crumbly.
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples in the slow cooker.
Place a paper towel over the slow cooker before covering with the lid to absorb excess moisture.
Cook on low for 3 hours until the fruit is tender and the topping is golden.
Notes
Using a paper towel under the lid is crucial to prevent condensation from making the topping soggy. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or yogurt. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 180
- Category: Baking
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg