Apple Cider Crisp

Name: Apple Cider Crisp
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Gold Medal™ All Purpose Flour; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/4 cup cold butter, cut into pieces; 7 cups sliced peeled Granny Smith apples (about 7 medium); 1/3 cup apple cider; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon Gold Medal™ All Purpose Flour; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Vanilla ice cream, if desired

Ingredients:11
Servings:8

Betty Crocker Kitchens(Opens in a new tab)Updated 09/18/2026

Apple Cider Crisp

Ingredients:11
Servings:8

Enjoy a warm, homemade Apple Cider Crisp made with tart Granny Smith apples, apple cider, fresh lemon juice, and cinnamon, all topped with a buttery golden crumb topping. This easy baked apple dessert is a cozy fall favorite, especially when served warm with vanilla ice cream.

Recipe Ingredients

Here are the ingredients for making this easy fall dessert.

All-Purpose Flour: Forms the structure of the crumb topping and helps thicken the cider and fruit juices into a light, spoonable sauce.

Brown Sugar: Brings deeper molasses flavor and a tender, slightly chewy texture to the apple crisp topping.

Granny Smith Apples: Provide a pleasantly tart flavor and hold their shape for a deliciously tender apple filling.

Apple Cider: Adds concentrated apple flavor and moisture to this homemade apple dessert.

Lemon Juice: Adds bright flavor and keeps the apple filling from tasting overly sweet.

Ground cinnamon: Adds warm spice and classic fall flavor to the baked apples.

Other Ingredients You’ll Need: Granulated sugar, butter, ground cinnamon, vanilla ice cream (optional).

How to Make Apple Cider Crisp

Here are the simple steps to make this apple crisp recipe.

Make the Crumb Topping

Use cold butter and pulse the topping ingredients briefly so it stays crumbly instead of becoming smooth.

Mix the Apple Filling

Evenly slice the apples so they cook at the same rate. Then, gently toss them with apple cider, sugar, lemon juice, flour, and cinnamon.

Assemble the Crisp

Spoon the apple mixture into the prepared pan and spread the crumb topping in an even layer for consistent browning and crunch.

Bake and Serve

Check for doneness by piercing the apples with a fork; they should be tender, while the topping should look golden brown. Serve this easy baked apple dessert warm for the best contrast between the crisp topping and creamy vanilla ice cream.

How to Store Apple Cider Crisp

Here’s the best way to store this easy apple crisp to enjoy later.

Refrigerator

Let the apple crisp cool completely, then cover the baking pan tightly with plastic wrap or transfer leftovers to an airtight food-storage container. Refrigerate for up to 4 days. The crumb topping may soften slightly as it absorbs moisture from the apples, but the dessert will still be delicious.

Reheating

Spoon a serving of the apple crisp into a microwave-safe bowl, cover it loosely, and microwave on medium (50%) for 1 to 2 minutes or until warm. Serve with ice cream.