Traeger Apple Crisp is made with fresh, juicy apples and topped with a crunchy, buttery oat topping featuring brown sugar, flour, and plenty of butter for a perfectly comforting finish.
Traeger Apple Crisp Recipe
A warm dessert is the ideal way to finish a savory meal, and this Traeger Apple Crisp delivers every time. It combines tender, cinnamon-spiced apples with a generous, crunchy oat topping that turns golden and bubbly when baked on a wood-fired grill. The ingredients are simple pantry staples, and the method is straightforward—perfect for feeding a crowd or making ahead for guests.
This recipe is easy to assemble while your main course cooks, and baking on a Traeger adds a subtle wood-fired depth of flavor that elevates a classic apple crisp to something special. If you prefer, the same dish can be baked in a conventional oven without loss of texture or taste.
What kind of apples are best for apple crisp?
For baking, choose apples that keep their shape and offer a balance of sweetness and acidity. Popular options that perform well in crisps include:
- Jonagold: Tangy-sweet with firm flesh, great for baking when fresh in season.
- Honeycrisp: Crisp and juicy with a nice sweet-tart balance; excellent for texture in baked dishes.
- Braeburn: Firm and slightly tangy, another reliable baking apple.
- Granny Smith: Very tart and sturdy—classic for pies and crisps when you want a bright contrast.
- Golden Delicious: Milder in flavor but holds up well after baking and works as an all-purpose option.
Any of these varieties are commonly available and can be mixed together for a more complex flavor and texture in the finished crisp.
How long does apple crisp take on the grill?
Bake the apple crisp on the grill for about 45 minutes, turning the pan halfway through to promote even browning. The crisp is done when the topping is golden brown, the edges are bubbling, and a fork slides easily into the apples. Keep an eye on the pan position so it doesn’t sit directly over the hottest area of the grill.
What’s the best way to serve apple crisp?
Serve the crisp warm for the best contrast of textures. Classic accompaniments include a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a drizzle of warm caramel sauce, or a dollop of whipped cream. The sweet-tart apples with the crunchy topping pair well with coffee, cider, or a dessert wine, depending on the occasion.
If you don’t have room on the grill or prefer indoor baking, this recipe transitions easily to an oven—bake at 350°F until the topping is golden and the apples are tender. Leftovers can be covered and chilled; gently reheat before serving to restore the crisp topping’s texture.
What about the main dish?
This apple crisp complements a wide range of main dishes. Consider grilled seafood, roasted chicken, smoked burgers, or a tray of grilled vegetables as dinner options that pair nicely with this dessert. The light smokiness from the Traeger creates a cohesive flavor theme when serving smoky mains.
- Traeger Grilled Crab Legs
- Traeger Grilled Chicken Leg Quarters
- Traeger Grilled Stuffed Burgers
- Traeger Grilled Vegetables
These are a few ideas to help plan a full meal around the crisp, but it also stands alone as a comforting finale for a simple dinner.
This Traeger Apple Crisp brings together sweet and tart apples in a cinnamon-spiced sauce topped with a generous, crunchy oat crust. The hint of wood-fired flavor from cooking on a Traeger elevates the dessert and is sure to impress family and guests alike.
Featured Reader Reviews
“Super yummy!! Quick, easy and tasty! By far the best recipe we’ve used for Apple crisp. We did put into a tin pan and used our Bullet. Checked every 15 min or so and was ready about 35-40 minutes. Didn’t last a day in our house”
– kmattmuller from Pinterest
Traeger Apple Crisp
This apple crisp is baked on a wood-fired Traeger grill for a crisp, golden topping and tender, bubbling fruit beneath. It’s made to serve a crowd and keeps well as a comforting leftover.
Ingredients
Apples
- 10 large apples
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup butter
Crisp Topping
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 1/2 cups salted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 cups brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your Traeger to 350°F (follow manufacturer directions).
- Wash, peel, and core the apples. Dice into medium cubes.
- In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup flour, 1 cup dark brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Toss the mixture with the apples to coat evenly.
- Generously spray a 10×13 baking pan or a deep 10×12 foil grill pan with cooking spray. Add the apples, then dot the top with slices of the 1/2 cup butter.
- Combine the topping ingredients (oats, 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 1/2 cups softened butter, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, and 2 cups brown sugar) until well mixed. Spread the topping evenly over the apples and gently press down if needed. The recipe makes a generous, thick topping; reserve any extra for another use if desired.
- Place the pan on the grill away from the hottest area. Check every 15–20 minutes and rotate the pan as needed to ensure even cooking.
- When the apples are tender, the edges are bubbling, and the topping is golden brown, remove the pan from the grill.
- Let the crisp rest for 20–25 minutes so it can set up, then serve warm.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 15
Serving Size: 1
Calories: 528
Total Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 65mg
Sodium: 209mg
Carbohydrates: 75g
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 51g
Protein: 4g
Nutrition data is an estimate. For medical or dietary tracking, consult an accurate nutrition calculator or professional resource.