The air is crisp, and the leaves are changing color. For me, that means it’s time to bake something warm and comforting. Today, I’m sharing three wonderful apple crisp recipes that are perfect for this time of year.
Each recipe offers a unique spin on the classic apple crisp, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy. You will find them easy to make, whether you are baking for your family or a friendly gathering.
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Almond Flour Apple Crisp Recipe
This almond flour apple crisp recipe offers a lovely gluten-friendly option for your dessert table. It features a delicious nutty topping that pairs beautifully with sweet, tender apples.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Baking
- Almond Flour Topping: Using almond flour gives this crisp a unique, slightly nutty texture and flavor. It is a great choice if you prefer a different kind of topping.
- Granny Smith Apples: These apples are excellent for baking because they hold their shape well and offer a nice tartness that balances the sweetness of the crisp. You can mix them with sweeter apples if you like.
What You Need for Almond Flour Crisp
- 6 medium baking apples (like Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, diced
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
⏱️ Time: 45 minutes🍽️ Yields: 6 servings
How to Make This Apple Crisp
Step 1: Prep Apples
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Get your apples ready by peeling, coring, and slicing them. Place all the sliced apples evenly into an 8×8 inch baking dish.
Step 2: Make the Topping
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cold, diced butter and use your fingers to mix it until it forms a coarse, crumbly topping.
Step 3: Assemble and Bake
Sprinkle the almond flour topping evenly over the prepared apples in the baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
📝 Final Note on Almond Crisp
Let the crisp cool for a few minutes before serving. It is wonderful with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Apple Cranberry Crisp for Fall
This apple cranberry crisp adds a delightful tart and bright flavor to the classic dessert. The cranberries bring a lovely color and tanginess that everyone will enjoy.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Apple Cranberry Crisp
- Fresh or Frozen Cranberries: You can use either fresh or frozen cranberries for this recipe. If you use frozen, there is no need to thaw them beforehand; just add them straight to the apples.
- Orange Zest: A little bit of orange zest can really brighten the fruit filling. It complements both the apples and cranberries wonderfully, adding a fresh note.
What You Need for Cranberry Apple Crisp
- 5 medium baking apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
⏱️ Time: 50 minutes🍽️ Yields: 8 servings
How to Make Apple Cranberry Delight
Step 1: Prepare the Fruit Filling
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel, core, and slice your apples. In a large bowl, mix the sliced apples with cranberries, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and a little squeeze of lemon juice. Pour this mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Step 2: Create the Crisp Topping
In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, the remaining granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add the cold, diced butter and use your fingers to mix until a coarse crumbly topping forms.
Step 3: Bake the Crisp Dessert
Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apple and cranberry mixture in the baking dish. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the fruit filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
📝 Final Note on Cranberry Crisp
If the topping starts to brown too quickly, you can loosely cover the crisp with a piece of foil during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
Bourbon Apple Crisp Recipe
For a grown-up dessert, try this bourbon apple crisp. A splash of bourbon adds a warm, deep flavor to the apple filling without being overpowering.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Bourbon Apple Crisp
- Good Quality Bourbon: Use a bourbon that you enjoy drinking. You do not need a lot, but the quality of the bourbon will definitely affect the overall flavor of your crisp.
- Apple Varieties: A mix of sweet and tart apples (like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith) works best for this recipe. This combination helps to balance the rich bourbon flavor.
What You Need for this Bourbon Apple Crisp
- 6 medium baking apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of ground cloves
⏱️ Time: 55 minutes🍽️ Yields: 6-8 servings
How to Make This Bourbon Apple Dessert
Step 1: Prepare Apples with Bourbon
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel, core, and slice your apples. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with a tablespoon of brown sugar and the bourbon. Let them sit for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer the apple mixture to an 8×8 inch baking dish.
Step 2: Mix the Crisp Topping
In a separate mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, the remaining brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Add the cold, diced butter and use your fingers to mix until a coarse crumbly topping forms.
Step 3: Bake and Enjoy
Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the bourbon apple mixture in the baking dish. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is beautifully golden and crisp.
📝 Final Note on Bourbon Crisp
For an extra special treat, serve this bourbon apple crisp with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a drizzle of warm caramel sauce.