Deep Dish Apple Crisp
Deep Dish Apple Crisp is made with sweet cinnamon apples, a flaky pie crust, and a buttery oat crumble topping drizzled with caramel sauce.
The weekend is almost here, and I couldn’t wait to share this amazing recipe with you. This Deep Dish Apple Crisp was born completely by accident. I was craving my favorite Apple Crisp Pizza, only to discover my pizza pan had mysteriously disappeared. So, I improvised with a 9-inch deep dish pie plate… and honestly, I might never go back! Who doesn’t love a happy accident?
This dessert is pure comfort, with a thick layer of tender cinnamon apples topped with a buttery oat crumble, all baked in a flaky pie crust. Every bite is warm, comforting, and absolutely irresistible. Drizzle it with caramel sauce, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you’ve got delicious autumn dessert perfection. This is the ultimate fall dessert recipe, but I love to make it anytime my family is craving a warm, classic apple dessert on the weekends! If you love old-fashioned apple cobbler or warm apple pie, you have to try this!
DEEP DISH APPLE CRISP
This homemade deep dish apple crisp dessert is the perfect balance of cozy, sweet, and buttery comfort. Each bite combines warm cinnamon-spiced apples with a flaky pie crust and a crunchy oat crumble topping, creating layers of texture and flavor that melt together beautifully. The Red Delicious apples bring natural sweetness, while the brown sugar and cinnamon add depth and warmth. A drizzle of gooey caramel sauce enhances it and adds a hint of indulgence to every slice. Served warm with vanilla ice cream, this homemade apple crisp tastes like fall in every bite. It’s truly a must-make apple dessert recipe for holidays, family gatherings, or family nights.
Find my expert tips on how to make deep dish apple crisp from scratch below! Don’t forget to tag me in all of your creations @lifeinthelofthouse on Instagram and Facebook. Let’s stay connected. ❤️
Why You’ll Love This Deep Dish Apple Crisp Recipe:
- Simple & Satisfying: With easy ingredients and minimal prep, this homemade apple dessert is perfect for weeknight baking, holiday dinners, or family gatherings.
- The Best Fall Dessert: This deep dish apple crisp combines the rich, buttery crust of an apple pie with the sweet, crunchy topping of a classic apple crisp.
- Trending Warm Fall Flavors: Made with tender baked apples, sugar, and cinnamon, every bite delivers cozy, homemade flavor that tastes just like fall.
- Perfect For Caramel Apple Lovers: The drizzle of caramel sauce adds the perfect touch of sweetness and makes this caramel apple crisp absolutely irresistible.
- Comforting Dish: Top your deep dish apple crisp with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the most comforting dessert to enjoy on chilly nights.
Ingredients
Apple Crisp
- 1 (9 inch) pastry for a single crust pie
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 medium red delicious apples, peeled then chopped (You can use any type of apple you prefer. We love the flavor of the red delicious apples.)
Topping
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup salted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
For The Apple Crisp
Roll pastry to fit a 9-inch deep dish pie plate; fold under or flute the edges. Combine sugar, flour and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Add peeled, diced apples and toss. Arrange the apples over the pie crust spreading out evenly.
For The Topping
Combine the first 5 topping ingredients in a bowl and then sprinkle evenly over the apples.
Bake at 350 degrees F. for 35 to 40 minutes or until apples are tender. (I lay a piece of foil over the top the last 10 minutes to prevent crust from burning.) Remove from oven and immediately drizzle with caramel topping. Let stand 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve with extra caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream.
Servings
Yields: 6 servings.
Storage and Reheating
Store leftover Deep Dish Apple Crisp covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for 4–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes to keep the crust crisp, or warm individual slices in the microwave for 20–30 seconds. Top with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream for an ever yummier treat!
Holly’s Tips for The Best Deep Dish Apple Crisp:
- Don’t Skip The Flour: Mixing flour with the apples helps thicken the filling so it’s not runny after baking.
- Chill The Butter: For a crisp, crumbly topping, use slightly chilled butter and gently mix it into the oats and sugar instead of over-blending.
- Prevent Over-Browning: Cover loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking to keep the crust and topping golden, not burnt.
- Add Caramel After Baking: Drizzle caramel sauce over the warm crisp to keep the topping crunchy while adding rich, gooey flavor.
- Best Served Warm: Let the crisp rest 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. It’s worth the wait, trust me!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Yes, you can assemble the crisp, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. When ready, bake as directed and drizzle with caramel after removing from the oven.
Yes! While Red Delicious apples add natural sweetness, you can use Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Fuji. Mix the varieties of apples for a balance of tart and sweet flavor.
No pre-baking is needed. The crust and filling bake together, creating a perfectly flaky base that absorbs the apple juices without becoming soggy.
To make this Deep Dish Apple Crisp dairy-free, swap the butter in the topping for a plant-based margarine or coconut oil and use a dairy-free pie crust. For serving, top with dairy-free ice cream or coconut whipped cream instead of regular vanilla ice cream. The apples, sugar, oats, and caramel drizzle remain naturally dairy-free.
To make this Deep Dish Apple Crisp gluten-free, use a gluten-free pie crust and substitute the all-purpose flour in both the filling and topping with a gluten-free flour blend. Make sure your rolled oats are labeled gluten-free, and the rest of the ingredients and caramel sauce are naturally gluten-free.
Similar Recipes
Craving something similar? Try my Apple Crisp Pizza next.
Looking for something to make with the kids? These Caramel Apple Slices are easy-to-make and toddler-friendly!
Looking for a party-ready treat? My Caramel Apple Dip and Apple Cookie Snacks both work as the perfect party appetizers/desserts.
Searching for more apple desserts? My Shredded Apple Pie is another delicious dessert, ideal for Thanksgiving, Fourth of July, and just about any family gatherings.
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Deep Dish Apple Crisp
Ingredients
Apple Crisp
- 1 (9 inch) pastry for a single crust pie
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 medium red delicious apples, peeled then chopped (You can use any type of apple you prefer. We love the flavor of the red delicious apples.)
Topping
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup salted butter softened
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
For The Apple Crisp
- Roll pastry to fit a 9-inch deep dish pie plate; fold under or flute the edges. Combine sugar, flour and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Add peeled, diced apples and toss. Arrange the apples over the pie crust spreading out evenly.
For The Topping
- Combine the first 5 topping ingredients in a bowl and then sprinkle evenly over the apples.
- Bake at 350 degrees F. for 35 to 40 minutes or until apples are tender. (I lay a piece of foil over the top the last 10 minutes to prevent crust from burning.) Remove from oven and immediately drizzle with caramel topping. Let stand 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Serve with extra caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream.
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This looks great! Would it be okay to make the night before and refrigerate?
Tory, If you mean to bake it first then refrigerate then Yes! This lasts in the fridge for up to 2 days.
i am making that saturday! it looks delicious! my son will wonder whats happening to me!
I made the White Chocolate Pumpkin Bread with Streusel Topping & the Pumpkin Roll Cake, and they were delicious. Thanks for the good & easy recipes.
That is awesome, Connie! Glad they were a hit!
I’m going to have to make this for Thanksgiving! Looking forward to baking and eating it.
I had a question regarding the pie shell. Unbaked or baked pie shell. Thanks!
The mixture goes over an unbaked pie shell, then bake everything together 🙂
This dessert was amazing and looked exactly like the photo. Easy to make and absolutely delicious
Thanks, Alisa 🙂
Regular or quick cooking oats?
I dont normally ever comment on recipes but i just had to on this! My mother in law loves apple pies and i made this one for her for her birthday.. my first ever attempt at an Apple pie btw! And it was a huge success!! Everyone loved it! Definitely goin to be a go to recipe!! Thank you!!!
Thank you so much!
I’m going to have to try this recipe it looks so good! I’m missing my favorite bread board no idea what happened to it how did those things disappear? LOL
Can you make this in a different size dish? thank you ~
Hi Karen! Yes you can bake this is an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking dish 🙂
Being from new england, fall is my favorite season and your apple crisp recipe has been a part of our lives for years now! it is the best!!!! Thank You!