Gluten Free Caramel Apple Crisp Recipe (2024)

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This gluten free caramel apple crisp is the perfect dessert for that chilly fall weather. It’s full of warm spices and caramel. Make sure to serve it with some vanilla ice cream and an extra drizzle of caramel sauce.

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Once upon a time, I was obsessed with Ina Garten. I loved all her recipes, I have all her cookbooks, and I’ve watched just about every single one of her Food Network episodes.

I feel like Ina is the millennials equivalent to Julia Child. Who’s with me on that?

One of my all-time favorite recipes of hers is her Old Fashioned Apple Crisp. It had the perfect crispy topping. It was basically an oatmeal cookie dough crumbled up and baked over the top of the apples. SO good.

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However, the recipe made a ton. Like, enough to feed your family of 10 or all of the random dinner guests you’ll just happen to be entertaining. It was just way too much for me and my husband (before kids) so I adapted it to make less.

Then to throw a wrench into things, my husband has to eat gluten free and my daughter is lactose intolerant. So I adapted the recipe even further to fit my family’s dietary needs. Then I added caramel because, why not? Caramel and apples are amazing together and it makes a fun twist on the original.

The recipe includes notes on how I made it gluten free and dairy free to meet my family’s needs. I use my nightshade-free flour mix in this recipe just as I do for the rest of my baked goods. If you are looking for a paleo version that is refined sugar-free, try thisPaleo Apple Pecan Coconut Crisp made by Demeter at Beaming Baker.

This is actually the first apple recipe I’ve made this fall, crazy right? I was just so excited about a few new pumpkin recipes this year (pumpkin banana bread and pumpkin chocolate chip muffins) that I just skipped right over the apples.

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I HAD to circle back to apples though, I can’t forget about them! Especially since I’ve been meaning to share this recipe for almost 2 years now. Better late than never, right?

If you’re looking for more apples recipes because you can’t get enough of this caramel apple crisp? Try my slow cooker cinnamon applesauce or my slow cooker apple butter. Try all three if you’re feeling ambitious in the kitchen!

Also, I can’t help myself saying How easy is that?! Enjoy!

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This gluten free caramel apple crisp is the perfect dessert for that chilly fall weather. It’s full of warm spices and caramel. Make sure to serve it with some vanilla ice cream and an extra drizzle of caramel sauce.

Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes

By: Sharon Lachendro

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Ingredients

  • For the filling:
  • 1 ½ lb. Macintosh apples peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 tsp orange zest
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ C light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 Tbsp cornstarch or tapioca flour
  • ½ C caramel pieces for dairy free use dairy free caramels like Cocomels
  • For the topping:
  • ¾ C all-purpose flour or ¾ C gluten free flour PLUS ½ tsp xanthan gum
  • 1/3 C granulated sugar
  • 1/3 C light brown sugar
  • ¼ tsp fine sea salt
  • ½ C old fashioned oats or gluten free oats for gluten free
  • ½ C butter cold and cubed (use palm shortening for dairy free)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9x9 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.

  • In a large bowl, combine the prepared apples, orange zest, lemon zest, lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Mix well and pour into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the caramel pieces over the top, evenly distributing them.

  • To make the topping, add the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and oats to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix to combine.

  • Add the cubed butter (or shortening) and mix on low to incorporate. When the dough starts to come together, crumble it over the top of the apples.

  • Place the baking dish over a rimmed baking sheet (in case the apples bubble over) and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until the topping is browned/crisp and the apples are bubbling.

  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce.

Notes

Use new caramels if you can. Old caramels have a tendency to get hard.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 17kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g

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Nutrition Facts are estimated and aren't always accurate. Please consult a doctor or nutritionist if you have special dietary needs.

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FAQs

What is a substitute for brown sugar in apple crisp? ›

White Granulated Sugar and Honey, Agave, or Maple Syrup

Combining white sugar with molasses may be a better brown sugar substitute, but if you don't have molasses, other liquid sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar will work as well.

How do you thicken apple crisp filling? ›

The best way to prevent a watery apple crisp is to use a thickener in the filling – some recipes use flour, but I've chosen to use cornstarch in this recipe (or arrowroot starch, which can be substituted 1:1 for cornstarch) because I think it provides superior thickening power.

Why does my apple crisp get soggy? ›

How do you keep Apple crisp from getting soggy? You need enough butter in your topping, try both melted or cold cut into the dry ingredients. Also, there needs to be enough texture to keep it from just flattening into the fruit below.

What are the best apples for apple crisp? ›

When it comes to finding the best apple for your crisp, go with a crisp, tart variety that stands up well to baking, like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. Or, go for it – try mixing the two together if you've got both on hand. Golden Delicious is another great choice for crisp hausarbeit schreiben lassen kosten.

What can I use if I don't have enough brown sugar? ›

8 Brown Sugar Substitutes
  • White Sugar. The most readily available substitute for brown sugar, white sugar can easily be swapped out in an equal ratio for its darker counterpart. ...
  • Honey, Agave Nectar or Maple Syrup. ...
  • White Sugar and Molasses. ...
  • Raw Sugar. ...
  • Muscovado. ...
  • Coconut Sugar. ...
  • Date Sugar. ...
  • Maple Sugar.
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What happens if you substitute brown sugar? ›

Brown sugar adds a dense chewiness to certain types of baked goods like cookies. When brown sugar is replaced with white sugar, you may end up with a slightly crispier result. Still, this isn't necessarily a bad thing. White sugar can be used to replace brown sugar, producing only slight changes in texture and flavor.

Why do you put lemon juice over the apples when making an apple crisp? ›

I prefer slicing the apples the day I plan to bake the crisp as they start to oxidize once they're sliced and turn brown in color. Add a little extra fresh lemon juice to help prevent the apples from turning super brown.

Why didn't my apple crisp get crispy? ›

How can I make my apple crisp crispy? If your butter to flour to sugar ratio is off, it will result in a less crispy topping. You want to be careful not to add too much flour or too little. Also, we love adding old fashioned rolled oats to our crumble because it really gives it a nice crunch.

What's the difference between apple crumble and apple crisp? ›

Like an apple crisp, an apple crumble is a baked fruit dessert with a layer of topping. But unlike the crisp, the crumble topping rarely includes oats or nuts. Instead, a crumble's topping is more like streusel, made with flour, sugar and butter.

Should I cover my apple crisp while baking? ›

Baking: Start baking the apple crisp covered with foil. This allows the apples to soften without any risk of the topping over-browning. After about 20 minutes, remove the foil and let the crisp finish cooking uncovered. Once the juices are bubbling, the topping is golden brown, and the apples are tender, it is done!

Should you refrigerate apple crisp before baking? ›

You can prepare the crisp through step 3, then cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day before baking. You can also freeze the unbaked crisp for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then continue with step 4. Bake time will be a little longer since the crisp will be cold.

How many apples is 3 cups? ›

1 pound of apples will make about 3 cups sliced or cubed. 4 tennis ball-sized apples weigh about a pound.

Are Paula Red apples good for apple crisp? ›

Later in the season, Paula Red apples develop a mealy, softer consistency suitable for several cooked preparations. The apples can be incorporated into crisps, cobblers, and crumbles, baked into scones, muffins, granola bars, and pancakes, or combined with firmer apple varieties in fillings for pastries.

Can you use white sugar instead of brown sugar in crumble? ›

And for that crunchy topping, it's best to use brown sugar. White sugar is fine, and the crumble texture is a bit lighter.

Can you substitute white sugar for brown sugar in crumble topping? ›

If you don't have brown sugar, you can use all granulated white sugar instead. If you do, add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and maybe a pinch of cinnamon or another spice you have just to add a little flavor (as some will be lost if you don't use brown sugar).

Is there a no sugar substitute for brown sugar? ›

In the mixing bowl of a stand mixer with a whisk attachment, drizzle 1/2 to 2 teaspoons of molasses or yacon syrup into a cup of any zero-calorie sweetener BLEND. Mix for a couple of minutes, and voila! You have a brown sugar replacement.

Is there a sugar substitute that tastes like brown sugar? ›

1:1 BROWN SUGAR REPLACEMENT: Lakanto Monkfruit Sweetener matches the sweetness of brown sugar, helping you fill your kitchen with a healthy cup-for-cup alternative to ordinary baking ingredients.

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