I think you know that I have a problem when 3 out of my past 5 blog posts have been a mug cake of some sort. Is there a “mug cakes anonymous” I can attend? Somehow I think that I would be the only one there.
But I am cleverly disguising this creation as a “not-so-mug cake”, because:
- It is not in a mug, and
- It is not a cake.
So is it that I am addicted to my microwave? Well, with summer approaching, I probably want to stay as far away from my oven as possible. This is just practice for when the unbearable heat makes it too uncomfortable to bake anything. (Like that would stop me..)
This 5 Minute Apple Crisp for One is such an easy recipe to make, there is no excuse NOT to make it. The apple filling pairs so well with the crisp ingredients, it is the best way to satisfy your crisp craving. Or apple pie craving. And it only takes 5 minutes to make.
5 Minute Apple Crisp for One Ingredients
You just need a couple of simple ingredients to make this single serving apple crisp. All you need is:
- rolled oats
- all purpose flour
- brown sugar
- melted butter
- ground cinnamon
- apple slices
- vanilla ice cream (optional…sort of)
That’s it!
FAQs
What type of apple to use? It depends on how sweet you want it, and what kind of texture you are looking for. I love using granny smith apples because it keeps its texture, and has a nice tart taste. But any medium apple that you have on hand will do just fine.
Can I use quick oats? You can use quick oats, but it won’t have the classic crisp texture.
Instead of melted butter, can I use cold butter? Yes, however it may not be a 5-minute microwave apple crisp as promised. When using cold butter, mixing the crisp topping ingredients may be time consuming. I would suggest using a pastry blender to make it easier.
Do you need to use a small ramekin? No! If you don’t have a ramekin, use a microwave-safe bowl or a large mug instead!
Variations
For an extra crunch: add some nuts to the crisp topping. I love adding chopped walnuts or pecans.
Switch out the flour. If you wanted a healthier option, you can switch it out for either whole wheat flour or almond flour.
More Apple Desserts
Like this 5 Minute Apple Crisp for One? Then you will love these quick apple dessert recipes:
And if you try this recipe, let me know! Rate it, leave a comment and tag me with #atasteofmadness on Instagram! I always love seeing what you are creating!
5 Minute Apple Crisp for One
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp rolled oats
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 medium apple, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the oats, flour, sugar, melted butter and cinnamon until fully incorporated. Set aside.
- In a mug or a ramekin, layer the sliced apples on the bottom. Microwave for 30 seconds.
- Remove from the microwave and sprinkle the oat mixture on top. Microwave for an additional 2 minutes.
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This looks delicious! I love the single serving aspect of it. Whenever I make anything like this, I am always kind of over it after the first few days and it ends up getting thrown away and wasted. This is such a great way to avoid that!
I have never made a dessert with microwave. Time to give it a try! The crisp looks very tasty, Cathleen.
First micro-crumble recipe I have seen! It looked delicious though, and it seems that the apple stewed really well here too 😀 It looks fantastic, and if you could whip up this as simple as that – I'd say it's make a legit breakfast 😀 Yum! I actually just posted up a recipe for a banana crumble, but…y'know, the oven version, maybe you can microfy it 😉 I hope you have an amazing weekend! xx
I love single serving meals like this one! Apple crisp is sooo delicious and love that it's made in the microwave 🙂
I kind of think of you as the mug cake queen.
I love single serving desserts. Also making apple crisp in the microwave and having it ready in 5 minutes sounds like a winner to me. This apple crisp looks yummy!!
This looks so simple and delicious! I recently read about the apple age thing as well, it's crazy! We have a few apple trees in our yard and I love fall time 🙂 by the way thanks for stopping by my page, it's so cool that we both worked at TH during high school!
I love apple crisp and this single serving one sounds delicious! Love how easy it is!
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This is just perfect ! I love recipes for one, sometimes this is all you need 🙂
Hi Cathleen,
To me, cooking for one is tough… Cooking with small amount can be a challenging task but you have managed to do it so well for your past posts. Well done!
Zoe
What a way to get your dessert! All of these little treasure would be perfect for me because then i wouldn't have leftovers for the whole week!
This looks delicious! And you're a teacher too. Yea!
Gorgeous! And I love that you can make it in the microwave. So easy it could almost be dangerous!
One year old apples?! I never knew that but I guess it makes sense since to have apples all year round they have to be stored or imported. I love your individual desserts!
Ha ha ha, you're so cute! The apple crisp looks really good. Super nice pics too!
Really like the idea of a speedy apple crisp! Particularly one where I don't have to make a whole pan of it (which I'd eat way too much of!). This looks great — thanks.
This was perfect! Just the right amount and super quick and easy!
So glad you liked it 🙂
I loved how quick and easy this apple crisp recipe was to make. It tasted great too – might add a little ice cream next time too!
Ice cream is always a good idea 😉
Love this 5 Minute Apple Crisp for One recipe, perfect and delicious!!! love that is for a single person. Thanks for sharing 🙂
You’re welcome!
I love this recipe! It’s so nice to be able to make myself a portion controlled sweet treat whenever I want!
Yay! So happy you liked it!
Thrilled to have found this single serve dessert! Perfect to make for myself for late night snacking & reading.
Sounds so cozy!