Maple Sweetened Apple Crisp Recipe

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A Naturally Sweetened Fall Dessert

On our homestead, maple syrup is a pantry staple. It’s not just a sweetener — it’s a connection to the land and the rhythm of the seasons. This maple sweetened apple crisp is my go-to when I want to serve dessert without refined sugar. It’s cozy, wholesome, and filled with that unmistakable maple flavour that makes fall in Canada so special.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup.
• Simple and wholesome — a dessert you’ll feel good serving your family.
• Pairs beautifully with vanilla yogurt for breakfast or ice cream for dessert.
• A true taste of Canadian autumn.

Maple-Sweetened Apple Crisp Recipe

Ingredients

• 6 medium apples, peeled and sliced
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• ½ cup rolled oats
• ½ cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• ⅓ cup butter, melted
• 2 tbsp maple syrup (for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
2. Drizzle apples with 2 tbsp maple syrup and spread in dish.
3. In a bowl, combine oats, flour, spices, melted butter, and remaining maple syrup.
4. Spread topping evenly over apples.
5. Bake 40 minutes, until golden and bubbly.

Tips for Success

• Use darker (Grade B) maple syrup for a stronger flavor.
• Reduce maple syrup slightly if your apples are extra sweet.
• Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the topping for crunch.

Related Recipes

• Apple Crisp 3 Ways
• Pumpkin Spice Granola (also maple-sweetened!)
• Homemade Granola