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A close-up view of a warm apple crisp dessert served on a light wooden board.

Cozy Apple Crisp Recipe by The Pioneer Woman 🍎

A warm and comforting apple crisp with a bread-based topping, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread and Egg Mixture
  • 8 ounces French bread (about ½ loaf), cut into cubes
  • 5 large eggs large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
  • 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar for topping
  • Optional powdered sugar, fresh berries, maple syrup Optional toppings

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Create a caramelized layer with butter and brown sugar.
  3. Layer bread cubes over the caramelized mixture.
  4. Mix eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon; pour over bread.
  5. Add topping sugar and bake for 45 minutes.

Notes

Serve warm with optional toppings for extra flavor.