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Slow Cooker Apple Crisp served warm with vanilla ice cream melting on top - perfect fall dessert

EASY SLOW COOKER APPLE CRISP

A warm, cozy apple crisp made effortlessly in your slow cooker. Only 5 main ingredients create this comforting dessert that's perfect for busy weeknights or holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

=== For the Apple Filling ===
  • 6 cups apples cored and sliced (about 6 medium)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
  • Pinch of salt
=== For the Crisp Topping ===
  • ¾ cup old-fashioned rolled oats not quick oats!
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker (any brand works - I use a Crockpot)
  • 2 Mixing Bowls (one large, one medium)
  • Cutting board and sharp knife
  • Apple corer (saves time, but not required)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon for mixing
  • Pastry cutter or just a fork for the butter
  • Paper towels (trust me on this one!)

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, toss apple slices with lemon juice, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until coated.
  2. In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Lightly grease slow cooker. Spread apple mixture evenly in bottom. Sprinkle topping over apples – DO NOT STIR.
  4. Place 2-3 paper towels under the lid (this keeps topping crispy!).
  5. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 hours or LOW for 4 hours, until apples are tender.
  6. Let cool 10-15 minutes before serving. Serve warm with ice cream.

Notes

 Lena's Real Talk:
• The paper towel trick is non-negotiable! I learned the hard way.
• Mix apple varieties for best flavor – Granny Smith + Honeycrisp is my go-to.
• Toast oats in a dry skillet for 3-4 minutes for extra crunch.
• Double the batch and freeze half – future-you will be grateful.
• Sophie's job is sprinkling the topping. Noah's is "taste tester."
• Greek yogurt works for breakfast leftovers – no judgment!
Nutrition (per serving):
Calories: 385 | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Carbs: 62g | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 41g