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Apple crisp in a mug recipe for quick fall dessert
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Quick Apple Crisp in a Mug

Enjoy a perfectly portioned autumn treat with this easy apple crisp in a mug. Combining tender, spiced Granny Smith apples with a buttery, crunchy oat topping, this single-serving dessert cooks in the microwave in just a few minutes. It is the perfect solution for a quick weeknight comfort food fix or a solitary sweet indulgence, providing all the flavors of a traditional oven-baked crisp without the mess or the long wait.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Easy No Bake Treats
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
  • 3 tablespoons quick oats
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled

Method
 

  1. Place the diced apples, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, and half of the cinnamon into a microwave-safe mug.
  2. Stir well to coat the apples and microwave on high for 60 seconds to soften the fruit.
  3. In a separate small bowl, combine the quick oats, flour, the remaining tablespoon of brown sugar, the remaining cinnamon, and melted butter.
  4. Mix until it forms a coarse, crumbly topping.
  5. Spread the topping evenly over the softened apples in the mug.
  6. Microwave on high for an additional 90 to 120 seconds until the topping is firm and apples are tender.

Notes

Ensure your mug is microwave-safe. For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Do not use steel-cut oats as they will not cook properly in this time frame.