Apple Blueberry Crisp

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Apple Blueberry Crisp is a warm, comforting dessert featuring a blend of tender apples and juicy blueberries, topped with a buttery, oat-based crumble. This delightful treat offers a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, with a satisfying crunch in every bite.

A square dish of the crisp with a serving removed.

Best Apple Crisp

What’s better than an apple crisp? An apple crisp with my favorite fruit – blueberries! I gotta say – this combination is a little different than the norm but so delicious. You really need to try it for yourself.

Looking for a cobbler recipe? Try our Apple Cinnamon Cobbler or Skillet Peach Cobbler next!

Why This Recipe Works:

SIMPLE TO MAKE – You’ll need to spend a little bit of time peeling and slicing the apples, but the remaining part of this recipe is super simple to make. It’s basically just a dump-and-bake!
DELICIOUS FLAVOR – The combo of apples and blueberries is truly delicious. Your whole family will love this crisp.
WONDERFUL TEXTURE – You’ll enjoy the tender fruit with the slightly crunchy topping. Plus we like to leave the apples slightly crunchy too.
PERFECT FOR GUESTS – Bake this crisp right before you’re ready for dessert. Guests love this crisp recipe!

A bow of the crisp with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients Used:

For the Filling:

Apples – We used Granny Smith for this recipe but other baking apples could be used instead.
Blueberries – You can use either frozen or fresh blueberries.
All-Purpose Flour
Brown Sugar
Ground Cinnamon
Kosher Salt
Vanilla Extract
Lemon – Fresh lemon juice helps keep the apples from browning.

For the Crumble:

Unsalted Butter – melted
All-Purpose Flour
Old-Fashioned Oatmeal
Brown Sugar
Cinnamon and Salt

The labeled ingredients for the filling ingredients.

The labeled ingredients for the streusel topping.

How to make Apple Blueberry Crisp:

Step 1
Prep apples. Peel and core the apples. Chop into small bite-sized pieces. Add to a 9×9 baking dish and squeeze the lemon over top.

Step 2
Combine the filling ingredients. Then add the frozen blueberries, flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract to the dish and mix to combine.

A measuring cup of the cubed apples with a citrus press.

A dish of the fruit layer with sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3
Prep the crumble topping. In another bowl combine the topping – the flour, sugar, oatmeal, cinnamon, and salt. Pour the melted butter on top and stir to combine.

Step 4
Add crumble topping to the dish. Add the crumble on top of the filling and spread evenly to all sides of the pan.

A square dish of the crisp after adding the topping.

Step 5
Bake crisp. Bake apple blueberry crisp in a preheated 350-degree oven for 40-45 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. If you like your apples super soft, you may need to bake it for a little bit longer.

Step 6
Serve. Serve the fruit crisp hot with some scoops of vanilla ice cream.

I recommend making our Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream to go with this fruit crisp!

A dish of the apple blueberry crisp with a serving spoon.

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Recipe FAQs:

Can I use fresh blueberries instead of frozen ones?

Yes, you can use fresh blueberries instead of frozen, if desired.

Can I add nuts to the topping?

Chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts can be added to the topping for extra crunch and flavor.

How can you tell when the crisp is done?

The topping should be golden brown, and you should see the fruit mixture bubbling around the edges of the baking dish.

Can I use other fruits in this crisp?

Yes, you can substitute or add other fruits such as peaches, raspberries, or blackberries. Adjust the sugar level according to the sweetness of the fruits used.

How do I store leftover crisp?

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave.

A closeup on a bowl of apple blueberry crisp.

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xoxo ~Sue