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Best Salted Caramel Apple Crisp: Easy Homemade Recipe

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This salted caramel apple crisp is a happy accident turned signature dessert. With a shatteringly crisp oat topping, jammy apples, and a rich salted caramel twist, it’s the perfect easy dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 5–6 medium apples; a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (freshly grated if possible)
  • 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought, thick and rich)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick oats)
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons salted caramel sauce, for drizzling
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt (like Maldon)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Position a rack in the center of the oven. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Prepare the apples: Peel, core, and slice apples into roughly 1/4-inch thick slices. Toss them in a large bowl with the lemon juice to prevent browning.
  3. Make the filling: Add granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the apples. Toss well until coated. Pour in 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce and stir gently. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Make the crisp topping: In a medium bowl, combine oats, 3/4 cup flour, brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Whisk to break up lumps. Add cold butter cubes. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining. Do not overmix.
  5. Assemble the crisp: Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples. Do not press it down.
  6. Bake: Place the dish on a baking sheet to catch drips. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the filling is bubbling around the edges and the topping is golden brown and firm. If the topping browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil around the 30-minute mark.
  7. Add finishing touches: Remove from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons salted caramel sauce over the top, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  8. Serve warm: Scoop into bowls and top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

For the caramel sauce, look for one that’s thick and rich, not watery. Avoid Red Delicious apples—they turn to mush. Stick with firm, tart-sweet varieties. You can swap in gluten-free flour and certified gluten-free oats if needed. Cold butter is non-negotiable for a crispy topping. Let the crisp rest for 10 minutes after baking to allow juices to thicken. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes for a crispier topping. Freeze unbaked for up to 3 months.

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