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Pumpkin Spice Apple Crisp 1

Pumpkin Spice Apple Crisp

The marriage of tart apples and warming pumpkin spices creates a dessert that elevates the traditional apple crisp to new heights. This isn't just another apple dessert; it's a celebration of fall's most beloved flavors coming together in perfect harmony.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 portions
Calories 340 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish or 10-inch Cast Iron Skillet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Pastry Cutter

Ingredients
  

Apple Filling

  • 6 medium apples preferably a mix of Honeycrisp and Granny Smith
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar can substitute coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Crisp Topping

  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats not quick-cooking
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup packed brown sugar light or dark
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or a 10-inch cast-iron skillet.
  • Peel, core, and slice the apples into ¼-inch thick slices. Place the sliced apples in a large bowl and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the apples and toss until every slice is well-coated.
  • Arrange the spiced apple slices in your prepared baking dish, making sure to scrape all the flavor-packed juices from the bowl.
  • In a medium bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, work the cold butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining.
  • Gently fold the pumpkin puree into your crumble mixture. It should remain crumbly but take on a slightly orange hue. Stir in the chopped nuts if using.
  • Sprinkle the pumpkin spice crumble evenly over the apples, covering them completely. Avoid pressing down on the topping.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling around the edges and the topping is golden brown.
  • Allow the crisp to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. This resting period allows the filling to set slightly.

Notes

Choose a mix of sweet and tart apples for the best flavor profile. The pumpkin puree in the topping adds moisture and subtle flavor, but can be omitted if unavailable. For a gluten-free version, replace all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking mix.

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 4gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg
Keyword Apple Crisp, Pumpkin Spice, Fall Dessert, Apple Dessert
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