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Cozy Small-Batch Apple Crisp for Two: Easy Fall Dessert

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A perfectly portioned apple crisp for two with a crunchy oat streusel topping and tender, cinnamon-spiced apples. Ready in under 45 minutes, this easy fall dessert is ideal for a weeknight treat or a quiet date night.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium apples (about 300g total), peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/4-inch thick pieces
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (65g)
  • 1/3 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (30g)
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar (50g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes (42g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Position the rack in the center of the oven.
  2. Peel, core, and slice your apples into 1/4-inch thick slices. You should have about 2 cups of sliced apples.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced apples with the granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss until evenly coated. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes. Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining.
  5. Transfer the apple mixture to a small baking dish (about 3-cup capacity), spreading into an even layer. Dot the top with the 1 tablespoon of butter pieces. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the apples. Do not press down.
  6. Place the dish on a baking sheet. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling around the edges. If the topping is browning too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.
  7. Let the crisp rest for at least 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the juices to thicken.

Notes

For best results, use cold butter straight from the fridge for the streusel. Old-fashioned oats are preferred over quick oats. Let the crisp rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to allow the juices to thicken. If the topping browns too quickly, tent with foil. For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend and certified gluten-free oats. For a dairy-free version, use cold coconut oil or vegan butter.

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