Description
Slow Cooker Apple Crisp with Oat Streusel is a warm, comforting dessert that consists of tender apples coated in a sweet and spiced filling, topped with a crunchy oat streusel. Unlike traditional apple pies, this dessert doesn’t require a crust, making it much easier to prepare while still delivering all the delicious flavors you love. The slow cooker does all the work for you, slowly transforming the apples into a tender, caramelized filling while the oat streusel topping crisps up beautifully.
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling
6–7 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 6 cups)
(Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix work best)2 tablespoons lemon juice
â…“ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for a richer flavor)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken the filling)
For the Oat Streusel Topping
1 cup old-fashioned oats
½ cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
½ cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Prepare the apples:
In a large bowl, toss apple slices with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to your slow cooker (about 4–6 quart size).
Make the streusel topping:
In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Pour in melted butter and stir until crumbly and well combined.
Assemble:
Sprinkle the oat streusel evenly over the apples in the slow cooker.
Cook:
Cover and cook on HIGH for 2½–3 hours or LOW for 4–5 hours, until apples are tender and the topping is golden and crisp around the edges.
Crisp up the topping (optional):
If you want a crispier top, uncover and place under the oven broiler for 2–4 minutes after cooking. Watch carefully so it doesn’t burn!
Serve warm:
Spoon into bowls and top with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Notes
This slow cooker apple crisp is warm, comforting, and perfect for cozy evenings. The oat streusel topping adds a satisfying crunch while the apples stay tender and sweet. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3–4 hours (on low)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooker / Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
Keywords: Slow Cooker Apple Crisp