13 Easy Apple Crisp Recipes That Taste Like Fall

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Amber Dowling

‘Tis the fall season and that can only mean one thing: it’s time for apple lovers everywhere to rejoice. The classic fruit is ripe for a variety of recipes around this time of year, but when it comes to easy apple goodness, nothing beats the comfort and simplicity of a warm apple crisp. Whether it’s scented with cinnamon, topped with tasty cheddar or comes from the Pioneer Woman's kitchen, here are a few great apple crisp recipes to enjoy all season long.

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Old-Fashioned Apple Crisp

When it comes to giving us classic dishes, the Barefoot Contessa knows what’s up. And what’s up is a zesty, buttery, cinnamon-infused apple crisp that’s simple yet ridiculously full of flavour. Get the recipe for <a href=" https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/old-fashioned-apple-crisp/15395/" target="_blank">Ina Garten's Old-Fashioned Apple Crisp</a>
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Warm Apple Crisp

Warm maple and vanilla pull all of the silky apple flavours out of this classic riff on apple crisp, which will probably have you coming back for seconds… and thirds. Especially if you pair it with a dollop of luscious vanilla ice cream. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/warm-apple-crisp/16433/" target="_blank">Warm Apple Crisp</a>
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Apple Cranberry Crisp

When it comes to elevating standard desserts, we always look to Anna Olson for inspiration. Her twist on apple crisp, which incorporates tart cranberries for a bold burst of flavour, definitely doesn’t disappoint. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/apple-cranberry-crisp/8981/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Apple Cranberry Crisp</a>
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Skillet Apple Crisp

What’s more rustic than a Ree Drummond-approved apple crisp? One that’s baked right in the skillet, of course. With bursts of cinnamon and nutmeg and a beautiful presentation thanks to the cooking vessel, this recipe is as easy on the palate as it is on the eyes. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/skillet-apple-crisp/19671/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman's Skillet Apple Crisp</a>
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Brunch-Style Cheddar-Apple Crisp

Sharp cheddar makes an excellent addition to a slice of warm apple pie, so why shouldn’t it be so for a brunch-inspired apple crisp? Whip this up for your next early-morning get-together, and serve it alongside some sweet maple yogurt for an added wake-up call. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/brunch-style-cheddar-apple-crisp/13638/" target="_blank">Brunch-Style Cheddar-Apple Crisp</a>
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Apple Oatmeal Crisp

With this recipe, Michael Smith proves yet again that sometimes riffing on an existing recipe is the best way to up the ante of flavours. Here he rolls ice cream in granola for a surprising little crunch, while punching up the crisp itself with a pint of raspberries. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/apple-oatmeal-crisp/12878/" target="_blank">Michael Smith's Apple Oatmeal Crisp</a>
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Apple Crisp and Bourbon-Cream Trifle

Warm apple crisp is usually where it’s at, but we’re also fans of it chilled in this elegant holiday dessert. Layers of tangy and sweet apple crisp are further highlighted with a bourbon-spiked pastry cream and toasted pecans, making this dish as indulgent as it is pretty. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/apple-crisp-and-bourbon-cream-trifle/12158/" target="_blank">Apple Crisp and Bourbon-Cream Trifle </a>
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Apple Crisp French Toast Casserole

What does it take to truly impress a brunch crowd? A modern spin on a classic, of course. That’s exactly what Bobby Flay does with this hip take on French toast, which combines caramelized apples, cubed challah bread and a splash of apple brandy for a memorable concoction of warm fall goodness. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/-apple-crisp-french-toast-casserole/19930/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Apple Crisp French Toast Casserole</a>
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Apple and Blackberry Crisp

If you’ve got overly ripe or frozen berries on hand, this recipe is a colourful yet delicious way to use them up. With the bonus addition of orange zest and chopped almonds, this is a dish that definitely plays with your palate with each subsequent bite. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/apple-and-blackberry-crisp/7248/" target="_blank">Apple and Blackberry Crisp</a>
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Apple Crisp Ice Cream with Warm Apple Fritters

Everyone knows that apple crisp is delightful with a scoop of vanilla ice cream… but what if that scoop of ice cream was actually apple crisp flavoured, and it was spooned over a warm apple fritter? That is the kind of miracle Anna Olson makes happen with this recipe. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/apple-crisp-ice-cream-with-warm-apple-fritters/7850/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Apple Crisp Ice Cream with Warm Apple Fritters </a>
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Slow-Cooker Cranberry-Walnut Stuffed Apples

If it’s the flavours of apple crisp you seek but you want an interesting riff, check out these slow-cooker apples. The recipe combines traditional crisp flavours in the slow cooker for a plateful of individual apples that are stuffed to the brim with fall goodness. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-cranberry-walnut-stuffed-apples/20154/" target="_blank">Slow-Cooker Cranberry-Walnut Stuffed Apples</a>
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Make-Ahead Apple Crisp

We make plenty of freezer meals in the fall, but what about freezer desserts? Thanks to this simple recipe that keeps well in the freezer, having a warm apple crisp only takes a matter of minutes the next time you feel like treating yo’self. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/make-ahead-apple-crisp/20455/" target="_blank">Make-Ahead Apple Crisp</a>
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The “Real” Apple Crisp

Four ingredients—that’s all you need to whip up this old-fashioned version of an apple crisp that’s simple, delicious and the perfect representation of fall on a plate. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/the-real-apple-crisp/9368/" target="_blank">The “Real” Apple Crisp</a>
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