Apple Crisp Pizza Dessert (Print-Friendly Version)

Baked apples, cinnamon, and oat topping on a crisp crust, finished with warm caramel for a sweet treat.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Crust and Apple Layer

01 - 1 single-crust pie dough
02 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
03 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 4 medium baking apples, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges

→ Topping

06 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
08 - 1/3 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
11 - 1/4 to 1/2 cup caramel topping or caramel apple dip

# How to Make It:

01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and allow to fully preheat.
02 - Gently roll out the pie dough onto a pizza pan or baking sheet, shaping a 1/4-inch thick crust.
03 - Combine granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and ground cinnamon in a medium bowl.
04 - Toss apple slices with the prepared sugar mixture until apples are evenly coated.
05 - Distribute the coated apple slices evenly across the dough surface.
06 - In a separate bowl, mix all-purpose flour, brown sugar, rolled oats, and ground cinnamon for the topping.
07 - Cut in softened butter using a fork or pastry blender until mixture forms medium-sized crumbs.
08 - Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the layered apples.
09 - Place in preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until topping is golden and apples are tender.
10 - Remove from oven, drizzle with caramel topping, let cool slightly, then slice and serve.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Use tart baking apples such as Granny Smith for optimal flavor balance.
02 - For a classic dessert presentation, serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

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