Butterscotch apple crisp is a warm and comforting dessert that brings together the sweet, spiced flavors of baked apples with a rich butterscotch sauce and a crispy oat topping.
This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for chilly evenings or when you crave something sweet and homey.
The apples are tender and juicy, mingling with the buttery, caramel-like butterscotch sauce, while the crisp topping adds a delightful crunch.
Serve it warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, and watch it disappear!
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 6 medium apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/2 cup butterscotch chips
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the baking dish (5 minutes):
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Prepare the apple filling (10 minutes):
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, butterscotch chips, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice. Toss until the apples are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.
- Make the crisp topping (5 minutes):
- In a medium bowl, mix together the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the melted butter and stir until the mixture is crumbly and well combined.
- If using, stir in the chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Assemble the apple crisp (5 minutes):
- Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apple mixture, covering it completely.
- Bake the apple crisp (35-40 minutes):
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
- If the topping starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil for the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
- Cool and serve (5 minutes):
- Allow the butterscotch apple crisp to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence!
Notes
For a deeper flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract or a drizzle of caramel sauce over the apples before adding the topping.
If you prefer a sweeter dessert, use a combination of sweet apples like Fuji and tart apples like Granny Smith for a perfect balance.
This butterscotch apple crisp can also be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven just before serving. Enjoy making and sharing this warm and comforting treat with your family and friends!
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
