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Spiced Rum Apple Crisp 1

Spiced Rum Apple Crisp

This Caribbean-inspired twist on traditional apple crisp combines warm spiced rum with seasonal apples for a sophisticated yet comforting dessert. The contrast between sweet Honeycrisp and tart Granny Smith apples creates a complex flavor profile, while the crumbly oat topping provides the perfect textural balance.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Caribbean-inspired
Servings 8 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Pastry cutter (optional)

Ingredients
  

Apple Filling

  • 6 large apples preferably 4 Honeycrisp and 2 Granny Smith
  • 3 tablespoons spiced rum Captain Morgan or Kraken recommended
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 pinch salt

Crisp Topping

  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Peel, core, and slice the apples into ¼-inch thick pieces, ensuring all slices are of similar thickness for even cooking.
  • In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the apple slices with spiced rum, allowing the fruit to absorb the flavors.
  • Add the brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, cornstarch, and salt to the apples, then toss until every slice is evenly coated.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt for the topping.
  • Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the cold butter into the dry ingredients until you achieve a crumbly texture with pea-sized butter pieces throughout.
  • If using nuts, fold them into the topping mixture.
  • Transfer the apple mixture to your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  • Sprinkle the crisp topping uniformly over the apples, ensuring complete coverage.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
  • Allow the crisp to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to let the filling set slightly.

Notes

For a non-alcoholic version, replace the spiced rum with apple cider and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with almond flour or a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend, and ensure your oats are certified gluten-free.
This dessert can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead, covered and refrigerated unbaked. Allow it to come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
The optimal texture comes from using a mix of apple varieties that balance sweet and tart flavors while maintaining their structure when baked.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 120mgFiber: 4gSugar: 32g
Keyword Apple Crisp, Spiced Rum, Fall Dessert, Fruit Dessert, Baked Apple
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