Introduction
Apple crisps are cozy on their own, but when you add a splash of your favorite spirit — they become next-level desserts. These 24 boozy apple crisps are sweet, spiced, and just a little grown-up. Whether you’re mixing bourbon, rum, brandy, or wine, each recipe adds a flavorful twist that makes dessert feel like an experience worth savoring.
1. Bourbon Caramel Apple Crisp
Sweet apples meet the smoky depth of bourbon and caramel for a dessert that’s pure comfort.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 tbsp bourbon
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¾ cup oats
- ½ cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Toss apples with sugar, bourbon, and cinnamon.
- Mix oats and butter for the topping.
- Bake for 40 minutes until bubbly.
How to Serve It
Top with warm bourbon caramel and vanilla ice cream.
2. Spiced Rum Apple Crisp
Rum adds a tropical note that pairs beautifully with the cinnamon spice.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup spiced rum
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup oats
- ½ cup butter
- 1 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Mix apples, rum, and sugar.
- Combine topping ingredients.
- Bake at 350°F for 40–45 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve warm with rum whipped cream.
3. Brandy Maple Apple Crisp
Maple and brandy blend for a refined fall dessert.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup brandy
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ cup sugar
- ¾ cup oats
- ¼ cup butter
Instructions
- Toss apples with brandy and maple syrup.
- Add topping and bake at 350°F for 40 minutes.
How to Serve It
Drizzle warm maple syrup before serving.
4. Irish Cream Apple Crisp
Creamy and boozy, this dessert melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup Irish cream liqueur
- ½ cup sugar
- ¾ cup oats
- ½ cup butter
Instructions
- Mix apples with Irish cream and sugar.
- Combine oats and butter for topping.
- Bake 40 minutes at 350°F.
How to Serve It
Pour Irish cream glaze over top.
5. Whiskey Toffee Apple Crisp
The combination of whiskey and toffee creates deep, rich flavor.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup whiskey
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¾ cup oats
- ¼ cup butter
Instructions
- Combine apples, whiskey, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Add oat topping and bake 45 minutes.
How to Serve It
Drizzle with toffee sauce before serving.
6. Apple Cider Bourbon Crisp
A rustic blend of tart cider and sweet bourbon.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup bourbon
- ½ cup apple cider
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Cook apples with cider and bourbon for 5 minutes.
- Add topping and bake 40 minutes.
How to Serve It
Top with apple cider glaze.
7. Rum Raisin Apple Crisp
Classic rum raisin flavor meets baked apple goodness.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ½ cup rum-soaked raisins
- ½ cup sugar
- ¾ cup oats
- ½ cup butter
Instructions
- Soak raisins in rum overnight.
- Mix with apples and sugar.
- Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
8. Apple Brandy Walnut Crisp
Brandy gives this classic crisp an elegant finish.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup brandy
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Mix apples, brandy, and sugar.
- Add topping and walnuts.
- Bake 45 minutes at 350°F.
How to Serve It
Top with toasted walnuts.
9. Mulled Wine Apple Crisp
A festive dessert that smells like winter holidays.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ½ cup red wine
- 2 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Simmer wine with honey and cinnamon.
- Toss apples in mixture, bake 40 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve warm with whipped cream.
10. Spiked Salted Caramel Apple Crisp
A hint of vodka in the caramel makes it extra smooth.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup caramel vodka
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Mix apples with sugar and vodka.
- Add topping, bake 40 minutes at 350°F.
How to Serve It
Drizzle with caramel and sprinkle salt.
11. Amaretto Apple Crisp
Sweet almond liqueur adds elegance and aroma.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup amaretto
- ½ cup sugar
- ¾ cup oats
- ½ cup butter
Instructions
- Toss apples with amaretto and sugar.
- Top with oat mixture and bake for 40 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add sliced almonds for garnish.
12. Maple Whiskey Apple Crisp
Maple syrup and whiskey make the perfect fall match.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup whiskey
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients and bake 40 minutes at 350°F.
How to Serve It
Serve with maple whipped cream.
13. Apple Sangria Crisp
Inspired by sangria, this crisp is fruity and bright.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup white wine
- 1 tbsp orange juice
- ½ cup sugar
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Toss apples with wine mixture.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add fresh berries on top.
14. Brandy Cream Apple Crisp
Rich and velvety, perfect for dinner parties.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup brandy
- ½ cup cream
- ¾ cup oats
- ½ cup sugar
Instructions
- Bake crisp at 350°F for 40 minutes.
- Simmer brandy and cream for sauce.
How to Serve It
Pour sauce over warm crisp.
15. Cider & Rum Apple Crisp
A cozy pairing of orchard and island flavors.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup rum
- ¼ cup apple cider
- ½ cup sugar
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Mix and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.
How to Serve It
Drizzle with cider caramel sauce.
16. Apple Brandy Cranberry Crisp
Tart cranberries and brandy give this dessert balance.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup brandy
- ½ cup cranberries
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Combine ingredients and bake 40 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve with orange zest topping.
17. Hard Cider Apple Crisp
Light, bubbly, and crisp — just like the drink itself.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ½ cup hard cider
- ½ cup sugar
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Toss apples with cider and sugar.
- Bake 40 minutes at 350°F.
How to Serve It
Add a scoop of cinnamon ice cream.
18. Calvados Apple Crisp
A French twist with refined apple notes.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup Calvados
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Combine ingredients and bake 40 minutes at 350°F.
How to Serve It
Top with vanilla bean ice cream.
19. Apple Bourbon Bacon Crisp
Sweet and smoky for adventurous dessert lovers.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup bourbon
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Mix and bake for 45 minutes at 350°F.
How to Serve It
Drizzle with smoky caramel sauce.
20. Mulled Cider Apple Crisp
A holiday favorite infused with cozy spices.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ½ cup mulled cider
- ½ cup sugar
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Mix ingredients and bake 45 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve warm with whipped cream.
21. Spiked Vanilla Apple Crisp
Smooth vanilla flavor with a hint of rum sweetness.
Ingredients
- 5 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup vanilla rum
- ½ cup sugar
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients, bake 40 minutes at 350°F.
How to Serve It
Add a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream.
22. Apple Whiskey Hazelnut Crisp
Earthy hazelnuts pair beautifully with whiskey warmth.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup whiskey
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup chopped hazelnuts
- ¾ cup oats
Instructions
- Mix and bake for 45 minutes at 350°F.
How to Serve It
Top with whipped cream and hazelnuts.
23. Honey Brandy Apple Crisp
Sweet honey and smooth brandy create a cozy finish.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup brandy
- 2 tbsp honey
- ¾ cup oats
- ½ cup sugar
Instructions
- Mix and bake at 350°F for 40 minutes.
How to Serve It
Drizzle with honey glaze.
24. Bourbon Pecan Streusel Apple Crisp
A true showstopper with rich crunch and smoky-sweet flavor.
Ingredients
- 6 apples, sliced
- ¼ cup bourbon
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ¾ cup oats
- ½ cup sugar
Instructions
- Toss apples with bourbon and sugar.
- Add topping and bake 45 minutes at 350°F.
How to Serve It
Serve warm with pecan bourbon caramel.
Conclusion
Each of these boozy apple crisps brings a different twist on a timeless dessert — cozy, rich, and made for sharing. Whether you love bourbon’s smoky depth or rum’s warmth, you’ll find a recipe that turns a simple crisp into something special. Bake one this weekend, pour yourself a drink, and let the aroma fill your kitchen.
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