Vegan Apple Crisp You’ll Love – Crispy, Comforting, and Dairy-Free
Happy Halloween! There’s nothing quite like the smell of baked apples and cinnamon filling your kitchen on a crisp autumn day. This vegan apple crisp is simple to make, comforting, and dairy-free — perfect for cozy weekends, easy enough for a weekday treat, or just a sweet dessert when you need a little warmth.
The apples are tender and spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, clove and brown sugar, while the crumble bakes up golden and crisp. Every bite hits that perfect balance of sweet, tart, and crunchy. Bonus: it’s made with pantry staples you likely already have on hand!
Here’s Why You’ll Love This Vegan Apple Crisp
This vegan apple crisp is a classic autumn dessert you’ll want to make again and again. Its warm, cozy flavors and simple ingredients make it approachable for both new bakers and seasoned pros.
- Easy to make: Uses simple pantry staples and comes together quickly.
- Vegan & dairy-free: Enjoy a cozy dessert without any sacrifice.
- Perfectly spiced: Cinnamon and brown sugar create that classic fall flavor.
- Golden, crisp topping: Brown sugar crumble bakes up crunchy on top and soft underneath.
- Versatile: Serve it on its own, with vegan ice cream, or even with a drizzle of vegan caramel.
- Crowd-pleaser: Comforting, nostalgic, and loved by vegans and non-vegans alike.
Ingredients
- Apples — I recommend a combo of tart and sweet varieties, like Granny Smith, Envy and Honeycrisp.
- Brown Sugar — Adds the caramel-y sweetness
- All Purpose Flour — For the crumble and helps to thicken the filling.
- Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Clove — Warming spices that bring out that classic apple flavor
- Vegan Butter — Adds a delicious, buttery flavor to the brown sugar crumble
- Salt — Brings out the flavors
Tips for the Best Vegan Apple Crisp
For the most flavorful apple crisp, use a mix of tart and sweet apples, like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Envy, Gala, or Fuji — this creates a balance of sweetness and tang. Make sure to toss the apple chunks evenly with brown sugar spice mixture. For extra crunch, consider adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the crumble topping. If you’d like to make it gluten-free, simply swap the flour for a gluten-free 1:1 blend. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to five days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave for a warm, cozy treat. Serve with vegan ice cream or a drizzle of vegan caramel sauce for the ultimate autumn indulgence.
How to Make Vegan Apple Crisp
Making vegan apple crisp couldn’t be simpler. Start by preheating your oven and chop your apples — aim for 1″ chunks. Toss the apples with brown sugar, spices and flour. For the topping, mix dry ingredients together, cut vegan butter in until crumbly. Sprinkle mixture over the apples and bake until crisp and golden.
Homestead Vegan Apple Crisp
Ingredients
Apple Filling:
- 8 medium Apples peeled & cut into 1" chunks, ½" thick
- 100g (½ c) Dark Brown Sugar
- 30g (¼ c) All Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- ½ tsp Nutmeg
- ¼ tsp Clove
- ¼ tsp Salt
Brown Sugar Crumble
- 120g (1 c) All Purpose Flour
- 150g (¾ c) Dark Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 113g (½ c) Vegan Butter cold
- Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream & Caramel Sauce for serving
Instructions
- Prepare your space: Preheat oven to 350℉. Lightly grease a 9×13" or a 4 qt baking dish. Use glass or ceramic, not metal.
- Apple Filling: Mix and toss together all filling ingredients in a large bowl or right in the baking dish. Make sure apple chunks are all coated with the brown sugar spice mixture. Spread out into an even layer.
- Brown Sugar Crumble: Whisk together the flour, brown sugar and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
- Cut in the cold, vegan butter into the dry ingredients with a pastry cutter or fork, until very crumbly.
- Sprinkle crumble over the top of the apple filling. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until golden brown and filling is bubbling.
- Cool about 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vegan vanilla ice cream and vegan caramel sauce (optional).
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.
There’s something so comforting about a warm apple crisp fresh from the oven — simple ingredients, cozy spices, and just the right amount of sweetness to make the season feel special. I hope this vegan version brings that same warmth to your kitchen. If you make it, tag me @ritualpastry or leave a comment below — I’d love to see your bakes! For more cozy fall baking inspiration you might also enjoy my Vegan Snickers Cupcakes, Salted Caramel Apple Bars or Vegan Biscoff Rice Krispie Treats .
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