Pioneer Woman Apple Crisp Recipe

This Pioneer Woman Apple Crisp Recipe is a warm and cozy dessert, which uses fresh apples and a buttery oat topping. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 1 hour.

Pioneer Woman Apple Crisp Recipe Ingredients

• 8 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup quick-cooking oats
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• 1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter, melted

How To Make Pioneer Woman Apple Crisp Recipe

1. Prep the apples: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Toss to coat evenly.
2. Add water and transfer to dish: Pour in the water and mix. Pour the apple mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
3. Make the topping: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir to blend.
4. Add butter to topping: Pour the melted butter into the topping mixture and stir until crumbly.
5. Assemble and bake: Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the apple mixture. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender.
6. Serve warm: Let cool slightly and serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Recipe Tips

• What apples work best for apple crisp? Use a mix of tart and sweet apples like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp for the best flavor.
• Can I make it ahead of time? Yes, you can prep and refrigerate it before baking, or bake and reheat later.
• How to keep the topping crunchy: Bake uncovered and don’t overmix the topping.
• Can I use old-fashioned oats? Yes, but it will give a slightly chewier texture than quick oats.
• How to serve apple crisp: Best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

What To Serve With Apple Crisp

This apple crisp pairs well with a few simple toppings and sides:

• Vanilla ice cream
• Whipped cream
• Caramel sauce drizzle
• Hot apple cider
• A dollop of Greek yogurt

How To Store Apple Crisp

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Freeze: Freeze before or after baking. If freezing before, assemble and cover tightly. If freezing after, let it cool completely before wrapping and freezing.

Apple Crisp Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 785 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 131g
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 29g
• Saturated Fat: 18g
• Trans Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 76mg
• Sodium: 455mg
• Potassium: 542mg
• Fiber: 6g
• Sugar: 91g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use canned apple pie filling?
Yes, but fresh apples offer better texture and flavor.

Why is my apple crisp soggy?
Too much liquid or underbaking can cause sogginess. Make sure to bake until the top is crisp.

Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes, reduce either the filling or topping sugar to taste, but it may affect sweetness and texture.

How to reheat apple crisp:
Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or microwave individual portions.

Can I make this gluten-free?
Use a gluten-free flour blend and certified gluten-free oats.

Try More Recipes:

• Pioneer Woman Grilled Peaches
• Pioneer Woman Chocolate Milkshake
• Pioneer Woman Mango Salad