When the temperatures are soaring in the 80s and beyond, the idea of heating up your oven might seem unbearable. But who says you can’t enjoy a warm, comforting dessert even in the summer? Enter the slow cooker apple crisp the perfect solution that lets you enjoy a classic fall treat without breaking a sweat.

Making apple crisp in the slow cooker is a perfect way to celebrate the flavors of fall with minimal effort. The result is a delightful dessert that pairs wonderfully with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. So, grab your slow cooker, and let it work its magic while you enjoy the comforting aroma of apple crisp filling your home. 

Why Use a Slow Cooker in Hot Weather?

Cooking in the slow cooker is a game-changer during hot weather:

• Minimal Heat: Unlike the oven, the slow cooker doesn’t generate as much heat, keeping your kitchen cooler and more comfortable.
• Set and Forget: Simply prepare your ingredients, set the timer, and let the slow cooker work its magic while you relax.
• Year-Round Comfort: With a slow cooker, you can enjoy comforting recipes like apple crisp all year long, regardless of the temperature outside.

Here’s how you can make a scrumptious apple crisp in your slow cooker, even when it feels like summer is in full swing.

Apple Crisp - Gluten Free

 Serves 8

 Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes

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INGREDIENTS

For the Apples

• 6-7 apples peeled, cored and sliced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1 tsp  vanilla extract
• 1 tsp  cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp  baking powder

For the Topping

• 1/2 cup dry oats (instant or rolled certified gluten free)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour gluten free
• 8 tbsp  butter unsalted, 1 stick
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1 tsp  cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp  salt

DIRECTIONS

1. Place sliced apples in slow cooker.

2. Add lemon juice, cinnamon, white sugar, baking powder, and vanilla extract. Stir until apples are evenly coated.

3. In a mixing bowl, add oats, flour, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir to combine all ingredients.

4. Cut butter into flour mixture.

5. Using a spoon or your hands, combine flour mixture and butter until it forms a dough.

6. Crumble dough on top of apples evenly.

7. Serve warm and top with vanilla ice cream.

8. Place lid on slow cooker and set on High for 2 hours OR Low for 4 hours.

9. Open lid part way and cook for about an additional hour to let top get "crispy".

10. Serve warm and top with vanilla ice cream if desired.

Recipe courtesy of Jacqui at DishingDelish.com

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