Deep Dish Apple Crisp | Classic Fall Dessert Made Easy

When it comes to cozy fall desserts, nothing beats a warm apple crisp fresh from the oven. But if you’re feeding a crowd or just love extra layers of sweet apple filling and buttery topping, this Deep Dish Apple Crisp is the recipe for you. With tender, cinnamon-spiced apples baked under a golden oat crumble, this dessert is comforting, easy to make, and perfect for sharing at family gatherings, potlucks, or holiday dinners.

Why You’ll Love This Apple Crisp

Apple crisp is a timeless dessert, but baking it in a deep dish takes it to the next level. More room means more apple filling, more crunchy topping, and more servings for everyone. Unlike apple pie, there’s no need to fuss with crust—just toss the apples with sugar and spices, layer with a buttery crumble, and bake until bubbly and golden. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate fall treat.

Ingredients You’ll Need

To make this deep dish apple crisp, you’ll need:

• For the filling:

  • 8 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix), peeled and sliced

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon

  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

• For the topping:

  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven – Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a deep 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Prepare the apples – In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and lemon juice until coated. Spread evenly into the baking dish.

3. Make the topping – In another bowl, combine oats, flour, both sugars, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture is crumbly.

4. Assemble & bake – Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples. Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.

5. Cool & serve – Let sit for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Tips & Variations

• Nutty crunch: Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the topping for extra texture.

• Caramel twist: Drizzle caramel sauce over the apples before adding the topping.

• Make-ahead option: Assemble ahead of time, refrigerate, and bake when ready to serve.

• Gluten-free version: Use gluten-free oats and flour.

• Individual servings: Bake in ramekins for personal-sized apple crisps.

Final Thoughts

This Deep Dish Apple Crisp is everything you love about fall baking—sweet, spiced apples, a buttery oat crumble, and the irresistible smell of cinnamon filling your kitchen. Easy enough for weeknights but impressive enough for Thanksgiving dessert, this recipe is a must-try for apple lovers. Serve it warm with ice cream, and watch it disappear in no time!