Easy Caramel Apple Crumble Crisp

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This Easy Caramel Apple Crumble Crisp has a gooey caramel apple filling topped with a golden brown sugar crumble that’s buttery, crisp, and full of cinnamon spice. It’s one of those cozy fall desserts that comes together quickly and makes the kitchen smell amazing. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream and it’s pure comfort in a pan.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Caramel Apple Crumble Crisp

• Uses canned caramel apple filling for quick prep.
• Brown sugar crumble topping is buttery, crunchy, and spiced with cinnamon.
• Simple enough for weeknights, special enough for holidays.
• Pairs perfectly with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Gather Your Ingredients

Brown Sugar Crumble Crisp

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans, optional
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 stick butter, melted
• Pinch of salt

Caramel Apple Filling

• 3 cans (21 oz each) Lucky Leaf Caramel Apple Filling (or apple pie filling)
• 1 cup caramel sauce or spread

Instructions How to Make Easy Caramel Apple Crumble Crisp

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish or 12-inch cast iron skillet.

Make the Brown Sugar Crumble

1. Whisk together flour, pecans, baking powder, cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt. Stir in melted butter until a crumble forms. Set aside.

Assemble the Caramel Apple Crisp

1. Spread the caramel apple filling evenly in the prepared pan.
2. Drizzle caramel sauce over the filling.
3. Sprinkle crumble topping evenly over the apples.
4. Bake 30 minutes, until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbling.
5. Cool 5 minutes before serving. Best enjoyed warm with ice cream.

How to Store Easy Caramel Apple Crumble Crisp

• Room temperature: Keep covered up to 1 day.
• Refrigerator: Store up to 4 days. Reheat before serving for best taste.
• Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

More Variations

• Use apple pie filling instead of caramel apple for a classic crisp.
• Swap pecans with walnuts or almonds for a different crunch.
• Add dried cranberries or raisins to the filling for extra flavor.

FAQs

Can I make this apple crisp with caramel ahead of time?

• Yes, assemble up to a day in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Bake before serving.

What apples are best for homemade filling?

• Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Gala apples work well if making your own filling instead of canned.

Can I double the recipe?

• Yes. Bake in a large roasting pan for crowds, adding 5–10 minutes to the bake time.

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Easy Caramel Apple Crumble Crisp

Kim Lange

Easy Caramel Apple Crumble Crisp is a cozy fall dessert made with caramel apple filling, buttery brown sugar crumble, and warm cinnamon spice. Simple to make and perfect with ice cream.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Cooling time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12 servings

Calories 133 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup chopped pecans optional
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 stick butter melted
• Pinch of salt

Caramel Apple Filling:

• 3 cans 21 oz each caramel apple pie filling (or apple pie filling)
• 1 cup caramel sauce or spread

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a 9x13 dish or 12-inch cast iron skillet.
• In a large bowl, whisk flour, pecans, baking powder, cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt. Stir in melted butter until crumbles form. Set aside.
• Spread caramel apple filling in the prepared dish.
• Drizzle caramel sauce evenly over the filling.
• Top with crumble mixture, spreading evenly.
• Bake 30 minutes, until golden brown and bubbling.
• Cool 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

• Swap pecans with walnuts, almonds, or leave them out if you prefer nut-free.
• Use homemade caramel sauce for extra richness.
• Can be made ahead and reheated before serving.
• Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freeze baked crisp for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 133kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 68mgPotassium: 115mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 19IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 1mg

Keyword caramel apple, crisp, crumble, easy dessert

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