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Salted Caramel Apple Crisp Skillet (Easy Extra Crumble Dessert)

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This cozy skillet dessert features tender apples, gooey salted caramel, and a double layer of buttery crumble topping. It’s quick to prepare, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for chilly days or festive gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium apples (about 2 lbs), peeled, cored, and sliced thin (Granny Smith and Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free blend)
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced (or dairy-free margarine)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • More salted caramel sauce for serving
  • Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and place rack in the center.
  2. Peel, core, and thinly slice apples. Toss in a large bowl with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice until coated.
  3. Lightly grease a 10- to 12-inch oven-safe skillet. Spread apple mixture evenly in the bottom. Drizzle 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce over apples and stir gently.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, sea salt, and nuts (if using). Add cold, diced butter.
  5. Cut butter into dry ingredients using a pastry blender, fork, or fingers until mixture forms coarse crumbs.
  6. Sprinkle crumble evenly over apples, covering completely but do not press down.
  7. Bake for 40–45 minutes, until topping is golden brown and apples are bubbling at the edges. If topping browns too quickly, tent with foil for last 10 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for 15–20 minutes to allow juices to thicken and topping to crisp.
  9. Drizzle with extra salted caramel sauce. Serve warm, topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for best flavor. Keep butter cold for a crisp topping. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 blend and certified gluten-free oats. For dairy-free, substitute vegan butter or coconut oil. Nuts are optional; omit for allergies. Let crisp cool before serving for best texture. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: apple crisp, salted caramel, skillet dessert, fall dessert, easy apple crisp, extra crumble, comfort food, potluck dessert, holiday dessert

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