This slow cooker apple crisp recipe is one of my favorite desserts to whip together in the slow cooker because it is super easy and delicious! Sweet and tart apples covered in sugar and cinnamon and topped with a buttery almond oat crumble. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the perfect combination!
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Why You'll Love This Apple Crisp Slow Cooker Recipe
Super Easy. This recipe is super easy to make because everything is cooked in the slow cooker. Your apple mixture sits at the bottom, and your crumble is poured over the top and slow-cooked until the apples are tender.
Delicious Flavor! I love apple crisp, and this crockpot apple crisp is no different. Granny Smith apples mixed with cinnamon and nutmeg and then topped with an oat, almond, and spiced crumble topping. A classic combination!
Classic Combination. I can't think of a better combination than warm apple crisp and cold vanilla ice cream. Sprinkle with a little extra cinnamon or caramel for a comforting dessert for the whole family.
Apple Crisp in Crockpot Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make this slow cooker apple crisp:
Apple Filling
- Granny Smith Apples: you can use another variety of apples if desired--I suggest using any sweet and tart apples.
- Sugar: use regular sugar or a sugar substitute of choice.
- Instant Tapioca: used to thicken the apple mixture.
- Lemon Juice: a small lemon will yield about 2 tablespoons of fresh juice.
- Ground Cinnamon
- Ground Nutmeg
Crisp Topping
- Regular Oats
- All Purpose Flour
- Sliced Almonds: use sliced, slivered, or chopped, based on your preference.
- Brown Sugar: use regular or a brown sugar substitute.
- Ground Ginger
- Butter: salted or unsalted can be used. I prefer to use unsalted so I can adjust seasonings.
- Serving: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
For exact ingredient quantities, please see the recipe card below!
Substitutions and Variations
- Add sliced pears with your apples for an apple and pear crisp.
- Use apple pie filling in place of fresh apples, spices, and tapioca.
- Substitute walnuts or pecans for almonds.
- Add some fresh lemon zest to the apple mixture for extra lemon flavor. Start by adding a teaspoon.
- Use gluten free flour in place of all-purpose flour if desired.
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How To Make Slow Cooker Apple Crisp
- Place apples in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add sugar, tapioca, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg and stir.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the remaining ingredients. Spoon the mixture over the apples.
3. Cover and cook on high until the apples are tender.
Hint: don't skip the nonstick spray in the beginning! This will help prevent your apples from sticking to the bottom. You can also use a crockpot liner for easy cleanup!
How to Serve Crockpot Apple Crisp with Oats
- Serve fresh and warm out of the crockpot.
- Add your favorite toppings, such as whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Sprinkle with extra nuts and cinnamon on top.
- Drizzle with warm caramel for extra sweetness!
Best Slow Cooker Apple Crisp Tips
- Tart apples work best for apple crisp as they give a stronger apple flavor, and the sugar balances out the tartness.
- Make ahead the apple crumble to save time!
- Cut the recipe in half if needed, or double it for a larger party.
Apple Crisp Slow Cooker Recipe FAQ's
Once cooled, transfer to an air-tight container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Microwave a serving on a microwave-safe dish and warm on for 20 to 45 seconds. Warm for longer if desired.
The difference between the two is very slim, actually! Apple crumble and apple crisps both start with an apple base layer and are topped with either a crumble or a crisp. Crumble topping is usually just flour, sugar, and butter, whereas a crisp topping will have oats, flour, nuts, butter, and sugar.
The apples to use are a tart variety such as granny smith apples, golden delicious, or Honeycrisp. You can combine multiple varieties together as well!
Some people don't think you have to peel the apples, but I highly suggest you don't skip this step! If you don't peel the apples, it can change the texture of your apple desserts and sometimes harder to chew with the peels on.
📖 The recipe.
Apple Crisp in Slow Cooker
Equipment
Ingredients
Filling
- 6 cups granny smith apples (peeled, cored, and sliced into ½" wedges)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 4 teaspoons instant tapioca
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Crisp Topping
- 1 cup regular oats
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- ¼ cup firmly packed brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ cup melted butter
- for serving: whipped cream or ice cream
Instructions
- Grease a 6-quart crockpot with cooking spray. Place apples in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add sugar, tapioca, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir to combine.
- In a medium bowl stir together the remaining ingredients. Spoon the mixture over the apples.
- Cover and cook on High 3 to 4 hours or until the apples are tender.
Notes
- Don't miss all of our helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes that can be found in our post. Check it out!
- VARIATIONS: Make apple and pear crisp and substitute 2 cups of semi-firm pears (peeled and cored) cut into wedges.
- TIPS: Tart apples work best in this crisp; The crumble topping can be made ahead of time.
- SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
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