Apple Crisp Pizza Dessert

Apple crisp pizza brings together all the cozy flavors of a classic apple crisp and the fun of a pizza. Whenever I need a comforting dessert that is simple to prepare and easy to share, I turn to this creative treat. The crust is flaky, the apples are perfectly spiced, and the caramel drizzle always makes it feel like a celebration. If you love warm apple desserts but want a fresh twist, this recipe is for you.

I first baked this apple crisp pizza for a fall family movie night and it instantly became a dessert staple. The kids still talk about that caramel drizzle and how it made the whole house smell like cinnamon apples.

Gather Your Ingredients

• Pie dough for a single-crust pie: Gives a flaky and sturdy base for the toppings using store-bought or homemade works just fine
• Sugar: Brings sweetness and helps the apples caramelize try to use white granulated sugar for a clean sweet flavor
• All-purpose flour: Thickens the filling and topping plus adds that classic crisp texture make sure your flour is fresh for best results
• Ground cinnamon: Gives warmth and depth choose good quality cinnamon since it is the main spice
• Medium baking apples: Peeled and cut for even cooking tart varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp balance the sweetness beautifully
• Brown sugar: In the topping adds rich molasses notes choose one that feels soft and slightly moist
• Rolled oats: Provide crunch and a hearty bite use old-fashioned oats rather than quick oats
• Softened butter: Binds the crumb topping and helps it bake up golden make sure it is at room temperature for easy mixing
• Caramel ice cream topping or caramel apple dip: Finishes everything with luscious sweetness use a brand with a good thickness so the drizzle stays put

How to Make It

Prepare the Crust:

Roll out your pie dough on a pizza pan or large baking sheet to form a circle about one quarter inch thick. Smooth out any cracks in the edges and form a small rim to help hold in the apples.

Mix the Apple Filling:

In a mixing bowl combine the sugar flour and ground cinnamon. Toss the peeled apple slices with this mixture until every piece is evenly coated so the apples bake up tender and flavorful.

Layer the Apples:

Arrange the apple slices in a single layer over the prepared crust making sure there are no big gaps. Overlapping just slightly is fine as the apples will soften as they bake.

Make the Crumb Topping:

In another bowl mix flour brown sugar oats and cinnamon thoroughly. Add the softened butter and use a fork or pastry blender to work it in until the mixture resembles chunky crumbs.

Add Topping and Bake:

Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the apples covering them as much as possible. Bake in a preheated 375 degree Fahrenheit oven for thirty five to forty minutes until the topping is golden and the apples are bubbling.

Add Caramel and Serve:

Remove from oven and let cool for at least ten minutes. Drizzle caramel topping all over the warm crisp pizza just before serving. Slice into wedges for easy sharing.

My favorite ingredient hands down is the tart apple I always go for Granny Smith because the tangy bite keeps the dessert from feeling too sweet. Serving this for my grandmother’s birthday one year made for a memorable family moment since everyone reached for seconds.

Flavor Boosters

Let the apple crisp pizza cool fully after baking. Slice into individual pieces and arrange in a single layer on a lined baking sheet. Freeze until solid then transfer to airtight containers or bags. When ready to eat thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat on a low oven just until warm and crisp again.

Serving Suggestions

This dessert shines when served warm with a scoop of vanilla or cinnamon ice cream. If you are hosting a party cut smaller wedges and offer as a sweet finger food. For extra flair sprinkle a little sea salt over the caramel just before serving.

Creative Twists

Swap the pie dough for a thin rolled-out puff pastry for an extra flaky crust. For the topping use chopped pecans or walnuts in place of half the oats for more crunch. If you are out of brown sugar mixing white sugar with a splash of molasses creates a similar caramel flavor.

Apple crisp pizza is a treat best enjoyed warm surrounded by loved ones. With the right apples and a generous drizzle of caramel, it turns any gathering into a cozy celebration.

Common Questions About This Recipe

→ What kind of apples work best?

Tart varieties like Granny Smith provide the best balance of sweetness and acidity for this dessert.

→ Can store-bought dough be used?

Yes, pre-made single-crust pie dough works well and saves preparation time.

→ Is there a substitute for rolled oats?

You can try quick oats, but rolled oats give the topping the best texture and crispness.

→ Should the dessert be served warm or at room temperature?

It is best enjoyed slightly warm, especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.

→ How do I know when the dessert is done baking?

The topping will be golden brown, and the apples should be tender when pierced with a fork.