Best 7 Californian Apple Crunch Recipes

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Calling all apple lovers! If you're looking for an easy yet delicious dessert that'll impress your friends and family, look no further than the classic Californian Apple Crunch. This timeless treat combines the flavors of sweet, juicy apples, a crunchy oat topping, and a hint of warm spices, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out in the kitchen, this simple-to-follow recipe will guide you through the steps of creating this mouthwatering dessert. So preheat your oven and let's dive into the world of Californian Apple Crunch!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE CRISP



Apple Crisp image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Salted butter, for the baking dish
8 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and sliced
1 cup granulated sugar
1 heaping tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch of kosher salt
1 stick (8 tablespoons) salted butter, melted
Ice cream or frozen custard, for serving

Steps:

  • For the apples: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish with butter.
  • Arrange the apple slices in the prepared baking dish in an even layer. In a bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon and salt. Sprinkle the mixture over the apples, then pour 1/2 cup water over top.
  • For the topping: In a separate bowl, mix the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and a pinch of salt. Stir while drizzling in the melted butter. Sprinkle the topping in an even layer over the apples.
  • Bake until the topping is slightly crisp and golden brown, about 43 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature on its own, with ice cream or with frozen custard.

PRAIRIE APPLE CRUNCH



Prairie Apple Crunch image

I can make two "guarantees" with this dish...it never fails and it disappears quickly. It is easy and delicious...what more can you ask for?

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 large tart apples, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Dash salt
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter, melted
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Place apples in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Combine brown sugar, flour and butter; sprinkle over apple mixture. , Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until apples are tender. Serve warm or at room temperature with cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MOM'S APPLE CRUNCH



Mom's Apple Crunch image

I've been making this recipe for over 20 years! The autumn season just wouldn't be the same without it. A generous scoop of this dessert with vanilla ice cream on top is a heavenly delight. Peaches can used instead of apples. Either way, a favorite with our family.

Provided by Hazeleyes

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 -8 cups peeled and sliced tart apples
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 cups oatmeal
1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2/3 cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine the first 5 ingredients.
  • Mix well and place in a greased 9x13 baking dish.
  • Combine oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder and melted butter.
  • Crumble together well, and sprinkle over the apple mixture.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

APPLE CRUNCH A LA MODE



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This is a fantastic recipe, my kids love it! I love making this in the fall; and serving it over ice cream!

Provided by akasten06

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup white sugar
1 cup cold water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
¾ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
½ cup butter, melted
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Scatter sliced apples in the prepared baking dish. Whisk together the white sugar, cold water, cornstarch, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until syrup is clear, and all sugar had dissolved, about 5 minutes. Pour hot syrup over the fruit.
  • Stir together the flour, brown sugar, oats, melted butter, walnuts, and cinnamon until crumbly. Scatter crumble over fruit mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the top is brown and the crunch is bubbly, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.2 calories, Carbohydrate 67.2 g, Cholesterol 24.4 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 73.9 mg, Sugar 50.2 g

APPLE CRUNCH



Apple Crunch image

Categories     Cake     Dessert     Bake     Apple

Yield serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples, preferably Granny Smith
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, at room temperature, plus extra for the baking dish
Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F.
  • Lightly butter a 9-inch square baking dish. Place the apple slices in the baking dish.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pulse a couple of times to combine. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Sprinkle the crumb mixture over the apples.
  • Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the apples are tender. Serve warm, with ice cream, if you like.

CARAMEL APPLE CRUNCH



Caramel Apple Crunch image

I combined ingredients from various apple crisp recipes to create this one. I like to use tart apples because they provide a balance to the sweetness of the caramels. -Melissa Williams, Peoria, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups sliced peeled tart apples
33 caramels, divided
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons 2% milk, divided
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash ground cinnamon
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
Vanilla ice cream, optional

Steps:

  • Place the apples in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. In a heavy saucepan, melt 25 caramels with 2 tablespoons milk, stirring often; drizzle over apples. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, walnuts, salt and cinnamon; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over apples. , Bake at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan, melt remaining caramels with remaining milk, stirring often until smooth. Drizzle over dessert and ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CALIFORNIAN APPLE CRUNCH



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Make and share this Californian Apple Crunch recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charishma_Ramchanda

Categories     Dessert

Time 19m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (800 g) can pie apples
White Wings buttercake mix
125 g hard butter, cut into thin slices
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons coconut
2 tablespoons crushed nuts
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place pie apple in a shallow casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle evenly with dry cake mix.
  • Layer sliced butter over cake mix.
  • Cover completely.
  • Combine last 4 ingredients and sprinkle over sliced butter.
  • Cook for 7 minutes on HIGH.
  • Serve warm with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.5, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 44.5, Sodium 143.3, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 20.9, Protein 1.3

Tips:

  • For a crispier topping, use a combination of rolled oats and chopped nuts.
  • If you don't have brown sugar, you can use granulated sugar instead.
  • To make the crunch ahead of time, prepare it up to the point of baking. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Serve the crunch warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Californian apple crunch is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its sweet and tart apples, crunchy topping, and warm spices, it's the perfect comfort food for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, give Californian apple crunch a try. You won't be disappointed!

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