Nothing says cozy comfort quite like the aroma of warm apples and cinnamon baking in the oven. This Caramel Apple Crisp combines the tartness of apples with a sweet caramel-like filling, topped with a buttery, cinnamon-sugar crumble. Perfect for fall or any time you’re craving a classic dessert, this dish is simple to prepare and pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients (for 8 servings)
Caramel Apple Filling:
- 7 apples (Granny Smith or Pink Lady recommended)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup brown sugar (220 g)
Topping:
- ½ cup butter (115 g), chopped into small pieces
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup white sugar (100 g)
- ½ cup brown sugar (110 g)
- ⅓ cup flour (40 g)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (180ºC).
- Prepare the Apples:
- Core the apples and cut them into ¼-inch (6 mm) slices. Then, cut each slice in half width-wise for smaller, more manageable pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the apple slices with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, ½ teaspoon of salt, 2 tablespoons of flour, and 1 cup of brown sugar. Stir everything together until the apples are evenly coated.
- Transfer the apple mixture into a 13×9 inch (23×33 cm) baking dish.
- Make the Topping:
- In a separate bowl, combine ½ cup of butter, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, ½ cup of white sugar, ½ cup of brown sugar, and ⅓ cup of flour.
- Use a fork to mash the ingredients together until the mixture forms small to medium-sized clumps.
- Assemble the Crisp:
- Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the apple mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake:
- Bake the apple crisp for 40-45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the liquid has thickened into a caramel-like sauce.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the apple crisp cool for about 10 minutes before serving. For an extra indulgent treat, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Conclusion
This Caramel Apple Crisp is a warm and comforting dessert that’s perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in. The tartness of the apples is balanced by the sweetness of the caramel filling, while the cinnamon-sugar crumble adds the perfect amount of crunch. It’s a crowd-pleasing dessert that pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate fall indulgence. Enjoy!
