This easy Ninja Foodi Apple Crisp is a one-pot dessert that is perfect for fall! Granny Smith apples are peeled, sliced, and cooked with lemon juice and sugar before being topped with an oat and flour topping. We then cook the topping to crispy perfection right in the Foodi. Serve warm with ice cream and caramel sauce for a delicious treat!
Don’t you love how you can make so many different things in your Ninja Foodi? From French onion soup to cornbread and chicken, there are endless ways to put this powerful kitchen tool to work.
One of our family's favorite things to do is make a Ninja Foodi Apple Crisp. It is super simple, and it tastes delicious.
Whether you are looking for a fun fall dessert or just want to use up your leftover apples in a way everyone will love, you are going to love this recipe.
I like to serve it with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce for a delicious treat that is always a hit.
Give it a try, and let me know what you think!
Ingredients for Making Apple Crisp in the Ninja Foodi
- Butter: I recommend always using unsalted butter in baking. Because salt levels can vary widely in salted butter, this is the easiest way to control the salt.
- Apples: Granny Smith Apples are my favorite for apple crisps, but you can use any type of apples you like. I prefer to peel and slice my apples, but you can certainly buy pre-sliced apples to make things easier.
- Lemon Juice: A little lemon juice helps keep the apples from browning as they cook.
- Sugar: Use granulated sugar in this recipe.
Topping:
- Oats: Rolled oats are the traditional choice for apple crisp toppings. I don’t recommend using quick oats for the streusel topping because the texture of the topping for your Ninja Foodi apple crumble will be too soft.
- Flour: All-purpose flour is what I always use in my crisp toppings, but you could also use whole wheat flour or a gluten-free flour blend.
- Brown Sugar: Light brown sugar is my preference in this recipe, but you can use dark brown sugar if that is what you have on hand.
- Cinnamon: Be sure to use a good quality ground cinnamon.
- Salt: I like to use sea salt in this recipe, but you can use any type of salt you like.
- Butter: Again, I recommend using unsalted butter in this recipe. The topping will be easier to mix if the butter is cold, so be sure to chill it before beginning.
Tips & Tricks
- Peel and slice the apples ahead of time: One of the most time-consuming parts of this Ninja Foodi apple crumble recipe is peeling and slicing the apples. If you are short on time, you can do this part ahead of time and store the apples in a bowl of cold water with a little lemon juice until you are ready to use them.
- Don’t overmix the topping: Be careful not to overmix the topping ingredients. You want there to be some chunks of butter remaining for a nice, crisp texture.
- Serve with ice cream and caramel sauce: Serve this Ninja Foodi Apple Crisp warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. Yum!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe made in the pressure cooker?
No! The magic of the Ninja Foodi is that it is so much more than a pressure cooker!
Here, we use the BAKE/ROAST function to get perfectly tender apples with a crispy oat topping. The Foodi delivers the perfect apple crisp every time; no need to pressure-cook.
What type of apples should you use for apple crisp?
While you can use any type of apples you like, I prefer to use Granny Smith apples in this recipe. They are tart and have a firm texture that stands up well to cooking.
What if I don't have a Ninja Foodi?
No problem! You can make this recipe in any type of oven-safe dish. Simply bake at 375 degrees F until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
Should you peel the apples?
It is up to you! I prefer to peel my apples for apple crisp, but you can leave the skin on if you prefer.
Do you need special pans to make Apple Crisp in the Ninja Foodi?
Nope, we make this deliciously easy fall dessert right in the inner bowl of the Ninja Foodi. No need for ramekins or your air fryer basket.
Tools Needed to Make
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Storage
Leftover apple crisp can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing
You can freeze leftover apple crisp for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Reheating
Leftover apple crisp can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
If reheating in the oven, preheat oven to 350 degrees F and place crisp in a baking dish. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
If reheating in the microwave, place a single serving of crisp in a microwave-safe dish and heat for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.
How to Make
First, start by preheating your Ninja Foodi on the medium saute setting. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pot.
While the Foodi is preheating and the butter is melting, add the apples, lemon juice, and granulated sugar. Stir to combine. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Hit cancel.
While the apples sauté, combine the oats, flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
Next, add the butter, and use clean fingers to incorporate it. Scatter the crumble topping over the apples.
Close the lid and move the slider to AIR FRY/STOVETOP, then use the dial to select BAKE/ROAST. Use the up and down arrows and set the temperature to 325°F.
Set the cook time for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, carefully open the lid and check on the crisp.
Once the crisp is done, allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce.
More Ninja Foodi Recipes to Try
Ninja Foodi Apple Crisp
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 pounds Granny Smith Apples peeled, cored, and sliced thin
- 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- Topping
- ¾ cup old fashioned oats
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter chilled and diced (1 stick)
Instructions
- Turn your Ninja Foodi to medium saute and add 2 tablespoons of butter.
- When the Foodi is preheated, and the butter is melted, add the apples, lemon juice, and granulated sugar.
- Stir to combine. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Hit cancel.
- Meanwhile, while the apples sauté, combine the oats, flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- Add the butter, and use clean fingers to incorporate.
- Scatter the topping over the apples.
- Close the lid and move the slider to AIR FRY/STOVETOP, then use the dial to select BAKE/ROAST. Use the up and down arrows and set the temperature to 325° F. (Controls may vary by model.).
- Set the timer for 30 minutes and press START/STOP to begin cooking.
- When the time is up, carefully open the lid and allow to sit for 10 minutes.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
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