Easy Slow Cooker Apple Crisp Recipe for Cozy Fall Desserts

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5.2 from 24 reviews

This cozy Crockpot apple dessert combines tender, spiced apples with a crispy oat topping, cooked slowly to perfection. It’s a warm and comforting treat perfect for chilly days or anytime you crave a simple, delicious fruit dessert without fuss.

Author: Marco
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

Apple Mixture

6 medium apples, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg

Topping

1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup butter, melted

Instructions

Prepare the crockpot: Grease the inside of your crockpot generously with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking and to help with easy cleanup.
Add the apples and spices: Place the peeled and sliced apples into the greased crockpot. Sprinkle the sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg evenly over the apples to coat them with a fragrant, sweet spice mixture.
Mix the topping: In a separate bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture is crumbly and evenly coated with the butter.
Assemble and cook: Evenly sprinkle the oat topping over the apple mixture in the crockpot, covering the apples as much as possible. Cover the crockpot with its lid.
Cook: Set the crockpot to low and cook for 4 hours. The apples will soften into a tender filling, and the topping will become golden and crispy.
Serve: Carefully spoon the dessert into bowls. It’s delicious served warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

You can substitute apples with pears or peaches for variation.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free oats and substitute flour with almond flour or gluten-free flour.
If you prefer a sweeter dessert, increase sugar amounts slightly.
Ensure apples are sliced evenly for uniform cooking.
To prevent topping from getting soggy, avoid lifting the lid during cooking where possible.