5-Minute Microwave Apple Crisp for One
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
3 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
1
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Calories
702 kcal
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Cuisine
American
5-Minute Microwave Apple Crisp for One
Description
This single-serving apple crisp starts by softening diced apples in butter in a microwave-safe dish, allowing the fruit to release juices and begin cooking. The apples are then coated with a mixture of sugars, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and optional warming spices to thicken and flavor the base. A separate crumble topping made from butter, brown sugar, oats, flour, and spices is sprinkled evenly over the apple layer.
Cooked in the microwave for a brief period, the topping sets to a crumbly consistency while the apples cook until tender and juicy, creating a contrast between the soft fruit and the crunchy, spiced topping. Timing may vary slightly based on microwave power and apple moisture.
Best served warm and fresh, the crisp can be stored airtight for up to 3-4 days and reheated. It pairs well with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce for extra indulgence. Portion sized for one, it offers a satisfying dessert without leftovers.
This recipe notes that the nutrition information reflects a generous portion; sharing or saving part of the crisp lowers calorie intake accordingly.
Ingredients
Crisp Topping
- 2 tablespoons butter softened (or vegan butter substitute, unsalted
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar packed
- 2 tablespoons old-fashioned rolled oats use Certified Gluten Free Whole Rolled Oats if necessary, whole
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or Certified All-Purpose Gluten-Free Baking Blend
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- pinch salt optional and to taste
Apple Base Layer
- 1 apple diced in about 1/4-inch cubes (I did not peel mine, peel if you wish; I used Fuji, use any variety you like, medium
- ½ tablespoon butter or vegan butter substitute, unsalted
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar packed
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ground ginger pumpkin pie spice, cloves, allspice based on taste preference, optional, pinches
Instructions
- Make the Crumble Topping
- In a small bowl, combine all crumble topping ingredients and stir together with a fork until small pebbles and sandy crumbs form; set aside.
- Make the Apple Base Layer
- In a small to medium-sized microwave-safe bowl or baking dish, add apples and top with butter. Don’t use an overly shallow dish because the apples will release juices, the butter melts, and it will rise and puff in the microwave, and it will overflow if bowl is too shallow.
- Cook for 1 minute on high power to soften apples.
- Remove bowl from micro and add the sugars, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, optional salt, optional other spices, and stir to combine and coat evenly.
- Evenly sprinkle with the crumble topping.
- Cook for about 2 minutes on high power, until juicy, bubbly, and topping is set. Due to variance in microwaves, climate, apples and their variable moisture content, cooking times could range from 1 1/2 minutes to slightly over 2 minutes. Start watching it carefully at 1 1/2 minutes and stop cooking when done; don’t overcook.
- Serve immediately. Optionally serve with whipped cream or ice cream.
Notes
- The crisp is best enjoyed warm and fresh but will keep airtight up to 3-4 days in the fridge.
- Optionally serve with ice cream, whipped topping, or caramel sauce for added richness.
- The nutrition info is based on one generous serving; splitting into smaller portions reduces calories accordingly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 702 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 702kcal | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 110g | 37% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 21mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 351mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 78g | 156% |
| Vitamin A | 987IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 112mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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