Description
This Easy Microwave Apple Crisp in a Mug is a quick and comforting single-serving dessert featuring tender cinnamon-spiced apples layered with a buttery oatmeal crisp topping, all cooked conveniently in the microwave. Perfect for a cozy fall treat that comes together in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Filling
- 1 small apple (any variety, peeled and sliced thin)
- 1/2 tablespoon melted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon flour
Crisp Topping
- 2 tablespoons softened butter (not melted)
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 3 tablespoons old fashioned oats
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Filling: In a small bowl, combine the thinly sliced peeled apple with melted butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, and flour. Mix well to coat the apples evenly with the spices and flour, which helps thicken the fruit juices during cooking.
- Make the Crisp Topping: In another bowl, mix together flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Work the softened (not melted) butter into the dry ingredients using a fork until the mixture becomes crumbly and well combined, forming the crisp topping.
- Assemble the Layers: In a microwave-safe mug, bowl, or ramekin, place half of the apple filling at the bottom. Sprinkle half of the oat crisp topping evenly over the apples. Add the remaining apple mixture as a second layer, followed by the rest of the crisp topping on top.
- Microwave the Crisp: Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 3 minutes. The apples should be tender and the topping slightly crisped. Be careful when removing it from the microwave as it will be very hot.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy your apple crisp warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- This recipe is perfect for a single serving, making it a convenient fall dessert without leftovers.
- Using old fashioned oats provides a hearty texture to the crisp topping.
- Feel free to substitute the butter with a dairy-free alternative to make it lactose-free.
- Serving with vanilla ice cream or whipped topping adds a creamy contrast to the warm apple crisp.
- Adjust cinnamon and sugar quantities based on your taste preferences or apple sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 512
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 233 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 61 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
