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Cozy Salted Caramel Apple Crisp with Oat Crumble

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This recipe for Cozy Salted Caramel Apple Crisp with Oat Crumble is the result of focusing on the perfect buttery, golden, oat-packed crown. The apples get tender and jammy underneath, while the oat crumble turns into an incredible, crunchy blanket, all drizzled with a simple salted caramel that seeps into every crevice.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus more for finishing

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your 9×13 baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Make the apple filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and flour. Toss everything together until the apples are evenly coated. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
  3. Make the oat crumble topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Pour in the melted butter and vanilla extract. Stir with a fork until the mixture is evenly moistened and forms clumps.
  4. Assemble the crisp: Pour the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the oat crumble topping evenly over the apples. Don’t press it down.
  5. Bake the crisp: Place the dish on a baking sheet to catch any drips. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling up around the edges. If the crumble is browning too quickly, tent it loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.
  6. Make the salted caramel: While the crisp bakes, in a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the granulated sugar, stirring constantly with a whisk. It will clump at first, then melt into a smooth, amber-colored liquid (about 5-7 minutes). Once it’s fully melted and a deep amber color, remove it from the heat immediately. Carefully whisk in the butter pieces, then slowly whisk in the heavy cream until smooth. Stir in the flaky sea salt. Let it cool slightly.
  7. Finish and serve: Let the crisp cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes. Drizzle the salted caramel generously over the top and sprinkle with a little more flaky sea salt. Serve warm, preferably with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Toast the oats for extra crunch by spreading them on a baking sheet and baking at 350°F for 3-4 minutes before adding to the crumble. Don’t skip the lemon juice as it brightens the flavor. Watch the caramel carefully as sugar can burn quickly. Let the crisp rest for 15-20 minutes after baking to allow juices to thicken. Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for best flavor.

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Keywords: apple crisp, salted caramel, oat crumble, fall dessert, apple dessert, easy dessert

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