Cinnamon Apple Crisp
This easy, Cinnamon Apple Crisp is perfect for fall, lightly sweetened with raisins and honey with a crisp, oat topping.
If you went apple picking and need ideas, this recipe is simple and won’t set you back to many calories. For more recipes with apples, you may also like Apple Cobbler, Slow Cooker Apple Butter, Apple Scones, Slow Cooker Apple Sauce, just to name a few!
There’s nothing quite like the smell of apples and cinnamon coming out of your oven on a crisp, fall day. This cinnamon apple crisp is a perfect fall dessert, when apples are at their peak.
Serve it warm topped with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt, if you desire (my favorite way to eat it!). I like to use sweet apples such as Honey Crisp or Gala.
Cinnamon Apple Crisp
This Cinnamon Apple Crisp is perfect for fall, lightly sweetened with raisins and honey with a crisp, oat topping.
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
- 6 medium apples, (honey crisp or gala) peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1.5 ounces raisins (small box)
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup honey
For the Topping:
- 1 cup quick oats (check labels for gluten-free)
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar (not packed)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 1/2 tablespoons butter, melted
Directions:
- Heat oven to 350F degrees.
- Combine apples, raisins, cinnamon, honey and lemon juice in large bowl.
- Sprinkle with cornstarch. Toss until fruit is coated.
- Place fruit in an ungreased baking dish. Cover with foil and bake15 minutes. Remove from the oven.
- Mix the remaining topping ingredients. Sprinkle over fruit.
- Bake about 60 minutes or until topping is golden brown and fruit is tender.
Nutrition Information
Yield: 8 servings, Serving Size: 2/3 cup
- Amount Per Serving:
- Freestyle Points: 6
- Points +: 6
- Calories: 207 calories
- Total Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 4.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 30g
- Protein: 2g
Photo credit: Jess Larson
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So much crisp topping. Yum! That is, and always will be, the best part. 🙂
Yes, I agree! The crisp is the best part in my opinion 🙂
I got Agave Nectar at my local health food store. Some grocery stores will carry it in the "healthy " section. And i thought GNC carried this~~ not sure though.
You can get agave nectar at Trader Joes, but recently I have spotted it at WalMart Supercenters.
this is in the oven, just made the delicious dijon mutard pork chops! I could not find Agave nectar, so i used Pear…will that alter this at all?
Pear nectar is a juice. Agave nectar is a sweetener. Offhand, I’d guess you’ll find pear nectar doesn’t add much sweetness. Try honey or other traditional sweeteners. Apple juice would be sweeter than pear nectar.
Not sure, I've never used pear nectar before.
Re: Agave Nectar – I haven't found any localy, so I just substitute honey in Gina's fabulous recipes.
Can't wait to make this one!
Does anyone know how many points this will be if i subsitute honey for agave nector. I am making this for desert for my wife and she is hard core into WW right now, (and she is doing awesome and looking fine!) Apple crisp is her favorite so i thought that i would surprise her!
Thanks
If you dont have agave nectar, you could use honey or brown sugar. The points will remain the same. Agave tends to be sweeter so you use less or should I say you would need more sugar.
As long as you are using sweet apples opposed to tart ones, you should be fine.
I found coconut sugar Agave . I don’t think its as sweet as agave nectar . Its amazing,
It just started to be fall like in FL. I have been waiting to make this treat for a perfect fall day, whew it finally came. My home smells wonderful and the apple crisp tastes even better!
I love the smell of baked apples on a cold day! Glad you enjoyed it!
Gina – this one's another hit! I subbed maple syrup, as I was frantically running around the Singapore grocery store, searching on my phone for "agave nectar substitute" (apparently Singapore doesn't import syrup from Mexico), and it turned out great. Next time I'm totally trying honey 🙂
I'm sure maple syrup was great! Honey or brown sugar would be a great replacement for agave nectar.
Can I use sugar in this recipe if I can't find agave nectar? If yes, how much sugar should I use. I just found this site and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it. You have devoted so much time and energy to it and to the recipes!
Thanks for noticing, yes I have put a lot of time into it!! Sure, you can use sugar. I would use brown sugar. Try using 1/4 cup, put more if you think it needs it.
hi Gina,
im a raw foodist in singapore and agave nectar isnt sold here. could i use raw honey?
Yes, raw honey is fine!
I made this last night for a friends birthday. I made a small bowl on the side for my husband and I to taste the same night I made it. It was just ok. But the next day I brought it to my friend and it was so much better. The flavors had strengthened and the consistency was more like apple pie. YUMMY! I used brown sugar instead of agava. Love the recipes!!!
This was amazing. I made it last night for friends we had over tonight. Everyone LOVED it with a dollop of sugar-free vanilla ice cream. So worth the 4.5 (5.5 with the ice cream) points. Thanks, Gina for the best recipe site ever!!!
You're welcome! I'm all about pies and crisps with ice cream myself!
I just made this today. Even picky eaters ate it. Yum. Thanks Gina! -Jamie
Would using apples other than granny smith work, or would you suggest making other alterations?
Honey Crisp, Empire, Gala, or Braeburn apples would all be great!
Just made this tonight for company and loved it! It didn't even taste healthy! Loved it- just enough crisp and the apples were delightful with the agave!
AWESOME!! I added more cinnemon to the apples and the topping. I used splenda instead of the agave, just because it was what I had on hand. Baked it in a 9 X 9 pan, for about 10 more minutes than stated in the recipe. I served it with 50% caramel vanilla ice cream. The family LOVED it!
I am going to make this, but I saw that I can use honey instead of the agave, how much should I use?
You can use the same amount as you would agave or you could use sugar.
Made it and the whole family loved it!!! Only thins was I didn't have enough topping to cover the apples so I had to double that part… that shot the calories per serving up, but it is very filling!
Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats? I want to make this tomorrow but only have quick oats…Thanks
Yes, quick oats are fine.
Gina,
I made this for dessert tonight. It was delicious!! Do you know how many points plus it is? I like using agave instead of sugar when I can. Thanks for the great recipes.
This was awesome! I substituted smart balance for the butter and cranberries for the raisens. I also added walnuts…and topped it with fat free cool whip. Total heaven!
I made this today along with your Crock Pot Minestrone. Not only do you help me use all of my coop veggies and fruits, you have made my world a better place. I am finally able to cook one meal for all of us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. This Italian Family Thinks You ROCK!!!
I made this one over the weekend, and it was fabulous. My husband had seconds and was thrilled with it. Thank you! You are amazing! I wanted to do the apple cobbler, but this one sounded so much easier. 🙂 I hate peeling apples and truthfully have not done it in years, but I think it was totally worth it!
I made this last week and it is GREAT! Next time we are using cranberries instead of raisins.yum!
I made this as a practice round for thanksgiving and someone suggested that I add nutmeg. Has anyone gotten this from anyone or added it?
Yummy! I made this today and it my house smells wonderful! It tasted so good and was very easy to make!!
Im baking this as we speak! Cant wait to try it! I made 3 of your recipes today for Thanksgiving! Thank you SOOOO much for your variety!! I LOVE everything I've made so far!! 🙂
I just made this today and it was SO delicious!! I topped with some 2% greek yogurt and it honestly did not taste "light" at all!
Making this tonight. Thanks, Gina! As for the agave nectar, if you have an Ocean State Job Lots around, they sell it, and at a really good price!
I made this tonight to use up some of our apples from apple picking, and it is so good! I used a combination of honey and brown sugar in place of the agave nectar and it tastes amazing. Perfect treat for a fall evening, thanks Gina! 🙂
DELICIOUS! In love with this recipe
What size baking dish should I use for this?
It fit nicely in a 9 in pie pan for me!
Gina,
I have just discovered your site a few days ago and I already KNOW I will be making lots of meals/desserts from it!
This recipe looks amazing. My questions is: could I just use regular all-purpose flour for this? I do not have whole-wheat flour. I plan to make this for a "Thanksgiving feast" at work next week!
I wanted to ask a similar question to Anonymous above—-I have some almond meal and buckwheat flour in the house. I am just starting to experiment more with baking/cooking and such so would you be able to describe how that would alter the taste? I think the almond meal would be fine, but buckwheat I have found already has a unique texture/flavor. I'm thinking I will make this for the family Thanksgiving dinner.
This is a great dessert – actually one of the best I've tried. My family loved it. Now my nephews have another fave sweet treat other than chocolates. Thanks for this.
Awesome! I see no reason to go back to full fat/cal version. This is my go to. made it 4 times now. I do sub agave nec with stevia. Thank you Gina!
Can you make this the night before? If so, is it best to store it in the fridge or leave it out on the counter?
Sure I would think it would be fine left out overnight if you cover it.
So impressed with your recipes! Loved this dessert..Substituted tapioca for the corn starch. I haven't made a recipe I didn't like yet!!
thank you!
Hey Gina! Can I use applesauce instead of the butter? Any substitute?
I did and its fine. Apple butter will just give it richer taste
This was a hit! I used granny smith which gave it a nice tart taste. Will be making again.
I made this for Thanksgiving dessert using granny smith apples and a combo of honey and brown sugar to replace the agave, and it was seriously delicious. I think it was even better than the old-fashioned kind I grew up eating. Gina – I am so grateful for you and all of your delicious skinny recipes that have helped me better understand I can eat healthy without having to give up all of the foods I love. Seriously people, you will not regret making this apple crisp.
Can i substitute maple syrup & honey for the brown sugar in the topping or would that make it too wet?
If made the night before do I store in fridge or on counter?
If I double the recipe, how long / what temperature should I bake at?
It would be nice if there was a baking dish size stated in the recipe. Love your recipes, thanks.
I made this yesterday as a test run to see if I wanted to add it to the Thanksgiving menu. It was delicious! I have both your cookbooks and love your website. You make it so easy for me to maintain my busy life and still be in control of what I am eating! I am so thankful for your recipes.
Can I make this a day ahead….or will the apples be ok chopped and in the refrigerator….and then cook then next day.
I would chop but bake the next day. It’s best warm out of the oven
Thanks….I chopped apples without even thinking…trying to prepare ahead of time. I put the lemon juice in them. Will do everything else tomorrow.
This is seriously addictive. I substituted the brown sugar with 2 Tbsp molasses since I didn’t have those ingredients and it turned out perfect! Thanks for the great recipes.
I added dried cranberries and diced honey cinnamon almonds when I added the raisins and it was amazing!! Even the kids enjoyed it!!
I’ve made this recipe so many times, and it’s always a crowd pleaser. The only thing I don’t add is cornstarch, and it still turns out delicious.
Hi Ruth. What did you substitute for the cornstarch?
Gina I’m not a fan of the oats. Can you suggest an alternative way to make the topping?
Yes, you can also use chopped nuts which is really delicious!
After adding the topping, do you bake it for 60 minutes, covered or uncovered?
Thanks!
yes
“Yes” covered or “Yes” uncovered?
Dont cover the crumbs
Love you Gina but don’t you dare put raisins in my apple crisp 😂
What size baking sheet works best?
This is a baking dish, 9×9 or a round pie dish is best.
it looks like your picture shows a sheet pan. Yet above you mention a 9×9 or pie dish. i had to search to find this info here. Suggest you add this to your recipe.
Like a healthier apple crumble, I love it! Will definitely be saving this recipe 🙂
I know you said to use light brown sugar but I only have dark. How will that affect the outcome?
It won’t. You’ll be fine with dark or light brown sugar.
Can I use Old Fashioned oats instead of Quick oats?
sure
What size pan do you use for the recipe? Thank you!
Well this is an appropriate post! We are going apple picking this afternoon! And I know what I will be making for dessert after this evenings dinner!
This is my very favorite dessert in the fall! It’s easy and yummy at only 6SP! It’s a keeper ❤️🎉
Am I going crazy? I’ve read the reviews and a majority mention agave nectar. I’ve read the recipe many times and only see honey in the filling and brown sugar in the topping., correct?
Also, what size baking dis do you use?
My husband & I really appreciate all of your recipes. Thanks!
I used honey, you can use either. A round pie dish is perfect
Did I miss something? Is the ice cream pictured not part of the recipe?
Its optional, of course
I made this last night and it was delicious!!!! Of course since I can never leave well enough alone, and I didn’t want to go to the store, I did change a couple of things. I didn’t have raisins so I used cranraisins, Brummel and Brown instead of butter, and Splenda Brown Sugar Blend. Turned out great!!!
What size pan is used? 8X8. or 9X13. For the apple crisp.
I put this in my recipe calculator and it came out to 7 points for 8 servings and that is without the icecream which is photographed but not listed in the ingredients.
Hi Lena. The only accurate way to determine any recipe’s SmartPoints® value is to plug the ingredients into the recipe builder on the Weight Watchers website (Click on “My Foods,” select “Recipe,” and click “Create a recipe.”) which does not count fruits and vegetables in recipes in the calculations as they are now 0 points.
The SmartPoints® calculator isn’t meant for recipes and will often give you the wrong points (usually higher) because it’s counting the fruits and vegetables. So if you see a recipe with a SmartPoints® value that’s different from what the calculator tells you, now you know why.
When I top the crumble on the fruit and put back in the oven for 60 min, do i re-cover with foil or is it uncovered at this point?
Uncovered.
This was DELICIOUS! My entire family loved it and wanted seconds! The only thing I didn’t differently was adding some hemp hearts to the crumble topping. I probably added 4 Tablespoons. I can’t wait to make this several times this fall using apples from a local orchard.
Made this today and I am very pleased with the results. The honey does not overpower the flavor of the apples and the raisins are a good addition. I used golden raisins and added a pinch of nutmeg.
I have this dish in the over right now! It smells so good!
looks and sounds delicious.
I’ve been searching for recipies to help with my cake and cookie cravings and this is amazing! I took out the sugar and I use 1 tbl spoon roughly of butter and this dessert is still amazing. Thank you Gina!!
Can I prepare this the day before and cook it the next day?
Can this be prepared a few hours in advance and cooked later in order to be served warm?
Everyone is mentioning agave nectar but I don’t see it listed in recipe
When I use the online calculator I get 11 freestyle points???
Hi Anne. Use the recipe builder. The only accurate way to determine any recipe’s SmartPoints® value is to plug the ingredients into the recipe builder on the Weight Watchers website (Click on “My Foods,” select “Recipe,” and click “Create a recipe.”) which does not count fruits and vegetables in recipes in the calculations as they are now 0 points.
The SmartPoints® calculator isn’t meant for recipes and will often give you the wrong points (usually higher) because it’s counting the fruits and vegetables. So if you see a recipe with a SmartPoints® value that’s different from what the calculator tells you, now you know why.
Made this today for a meeting and it was so good. Simple ingredients but a very good dessert. Wasn’t overpoweringly sweet but hit the desire for sweet apples. I will definitely make this again. Your new book arrived during the meeting! Looking forward to reading it.
I made this last night with a bunch of apples that we have left from apple picking. Very easy and tasty with a lot less sugar than other recipes. I will add this to my list of recipes from your site that are loved by my family!