Deep Dish Apple Crisp

Introduction

Deep Dish Apple Crisp is one of those timeless desserts that brings the cozy flavors of fall straight into your kitchen. Imagine tender slices of spiced apples bubbling beneath a golden, buttery oat topping that’s crunchy on the outside but soft where it meets the fruit. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it’s pure comfort in every bite.

I remember the first time I made apple crisp in a deep dish for Thanksgiving. Normally, I’d stick to a classic pie, but I wanted something easier yet still festive. The result? A dessert that disappeared before the pumpkin pie even had a chance. The deep dish version means extra apples and extra topping, which is always a win.

What makes apple crisp so beloved is its simplicity. Unlike pie, there’s no fussing with dough. Just toss apples with sugar and spices, top with a quick crumble, and bake. And while it’s a natural fall dessert, thanks to the availability of apples year-round, you can enjoy it anytime. Pair it with other cozy favorites like Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings for a heartwarming dinner, or add it to a dessert table alongside Blueberry Sour Cream Pound Cake for a mix of fruity sweets.

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Ingredients – Deep Dish Apple Crisp

For the Apple Filling:

• 6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Crisp Topping:

• 1 cup old-fashioned oats

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• ½ cup packed brown sugar

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Directions – Deep Dish Apple Crisp

1. Prep Oven & Filling

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

   • Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

   • In a large bowl, toss apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, lemon juice, and vanilla until evenly coated.

2. Assemble the Crisp

   • Transfer apple mixture to the baking dish, spreading evenly.

3. Make the Topping

   • In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.

   • Cut in butter using your fingers until mixture is crumbly.

4. Bake

   • Sprinkle topping over apples.

   • Bake for 45–50 minutes, until topping is golden and apples are tender.

5. Cool & Serve

   • Let cool slightly before serving.

   • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Tips & Variations

• Apple varieties: Mix Granny Smith with Honeycrisp or Gala for a balance of tart and sweet.

• Nutty topping: Add ½ cup chopped pecans or almonds for crunch.

• Spice it up: Add nutmeg or cloves to the filling for a deeper flavor.

• Prevent burning: Cover with foil halfway if topping browns too quickly.

• Pairing idea: Enjoy with a savory main like Creamy Mushroom Soup for the ultimate comfort menu.

Storage

• Room temperature: Cover and keep up to 2 days.

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container up to 5 days.

• Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven for best texture.

Time & Yield

• Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Cook Time: 50 minutes

• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

• Yield: 8 servings

Tools Used

• 9×13-inch baking dish

• Mixing bowls

• Whisk and spatula

• Knife and cutting board

Final Thoughts

This Deep Dish Apple Crisp is the ultimate no-fuss dessert that delivers big on flavor and nostalgia. With its buttery oat topping and spiced apple filling, it’s a treat that works as well for weeknight dinners as it does for holiday gatherings.

Serve it warm with ice cream, drizzle with caramel, or enjoy it plain—it’s always satisfying. For even more apple dessert ideas, check out the apple crisp recipes on AllRecipes for fun twists on this classic.

Deep Dish Apple Crisp

A classic dessert with spiced apple filling topped with a buttery oat crisp. Perfectly baked in a deep dish for extra flavor and crunch.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

10 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 310

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• For the Filling:
• 6 large Granny Smith apples
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• For the Topping:
• 1 cup oats
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup cold butter cubed

Equipment

• 9x13-inch baking dish
• - Mixing bowls
• Knife & cutting board
• - Spatula

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F, grease baking dish.
2. Toss apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, lemon juice, and vanilla. Spread in dish.
3. Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly.
4. Sprinkle topping over apples.
5. Bake 45–50 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
6. Cool slightly and serve warm.

Notes

Use a mix of apple varieties for best flavor.

Add nuts or spices for variation.

Store covered at room temperature 2 days or fridge 5 days.