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Cozy Salted Caramel Apple Crisp with Oat Streusel

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This cozy salted caramel apple crisp with oat streusel features tender, caramelized apples, a crunchy oat topping, and a homemade salted caramel sauce. It’s the perfect fall dessert that comes together in about 45 minutes with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 6 cups) – a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp recommended
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for caramel)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream, at room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus more for finishing
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for caramel)

Instructions

  1. Make the salted caramel sauce: Place 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon as the sugar melts and turns amber, about 5-7 minutes. When deep amber, remove from heat and carefully whisk in 3 tablespoons butter until incorporated. Slowly pour in 1/4 cup heavy cream while stirring constantly. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel, core, and slice apples into 1/4-inch thick slices.
  3. In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, combine 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add 1/2 cup cold, cubed unsalted butter. Using a pastry cutter or fingertips, work butter into dry ingredients until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some larger clumps.
  5. Pour apple mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly. Drizzle about half of the salted caramel sauce over the apples. Sprinkle oat streusel evenly over the top.
  6. Place dish on a baking sheet. Bake at 375°F for 35-40 minutes, until streusel is golden brown and filling is bubbling around edges.
  7. Let cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with remaining caramel sauce drizzled on top and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.

Notes

For best results, use cold butter for the streusel and watch the caramel closely to avoid burning. Let the crisp rest for 10-15 minutes after baking to allow the filling to set. Double the caramel sauce for extra drizzling.

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Keywords: apple crisp, salted caramel, oat streusel, fall dessert, apple dessert, easy apple crisp, homemade caramel

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