Apple Crisp for Two
This apple crisp for two recipe is a quick and easy treat to get you in the fall spirit! Made with crisp apples, a rich, sugary oat topping, and warm, cozy spices, this dessert is truly autumn in a dish (or two).
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients
For the apple filling:
- 2-3 small apples chopped (peeling optional)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
For the crisp topping:
- ¼ cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 tbsp butter cold, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF and set your cocottes/ramekins on a baking sheet.
- In a medium bowl, mix the chopped apples with both sugars, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a small bowl, mix the oats, flour, and brown sugar together until combined. Mix in the cold butter with your hands until soft and crumbly in texture.
- Divide the apple mixture into both cocottes, then top each with an even layer of the oat mixture.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the crisp topping is sturdy and golden brown.
- Let cool for about 5 minutes, then serve.
Notes
- Utilize mise en place! Make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and ready before you begin making this recipe - it will help save you time and keep you organized.
- To peel or not to peel. It's really up to you! If you're not a fan of leaving the skin on your apples, peel them–but it's not necessary for the recipe (I personally like leaving the skin on).
- Add more spices. Cinnamon and nutmeg are my go-to's for a perfectly balanced, cozy autumn flavor, but feel free to get creative with other fall spices like cloves, cardamom, etc.!
- Finish with syrup. A bit of pure maple syrup on top of this apple crisp would be the perfect addition for a little extra sweetness!
- Serve with ice cream. Scoop some vanilla bean right on top and enjoy all the melty goodness.