Slow Cooker Apple Crisp
Indulge in the warmth of Slow Cooker Apple Crisp, where juicy spiced apples are enveloped in a crunchy oat topping. Perfect for cozy autumn evenings, this dessert is incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or quiet nights at home. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, each bite evokes nostalgia and comfort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. Toss them with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl until well-coated.
- Spray the slow cooker with cooking spray and layer the apple mixture evenly at the bottom.
- In another bowl, mix rolled oats, brown sugar, and melted butter until combined; it should resemble damp sand.
- Spread the oat mixture evenly over the apples.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours until apples are tender and topping is golden brown.
- Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, consider adding chopped nuts to the topping. Feel free to swap out Granny Smith apples for other varieties like Honeycrisp or even pears. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat before serving.