Mmkay, you’re either going to love me or hate me for this (let’s go with ❤️!) What if I told you that you could make just enough apple crisp for two, using ingredients I can almost guarantee you already have in the house, and that it can be made in one skillet on the stovetop in under 15 minutes?
Meet my gluten-free, easily made dairy-free, speak to your SOUL Stovetop Apple Crisp for Two!
All the things you love about regular apple crisp — tender, cinnamon-spiced apples smothered under a crunchy crisp topping — except you can make just enough for an evening nightcap and you don’t have to wait an hour for it to bake.
Can I get an Amen?!
Watch How to Make It!
Stovetop Apple Crisp for Two is my answer to the single serving mug cake that never turns out quite right. If it’s not too eggy, it’s too spongy, doesn’t translate using GF flour, or calls for like, double checking my microwave’s wattage. Cake is supposed to lower my stress levels, not increase them.
That said, I’m sticking to the stovetop and this perfectly portioned dessert that makes just enough to share when a craving for apple crisp hits.
Did I mention you don’t even need to turn on the oven?!
How to Make Stovetop Apple Crisp for Two
Step 1: Make the crisp topping.
This stuff is just ridiculous and so easy – it’s basically homemade skillet granola, and if you happen to eat half of it while waiting for the apples to cook I would completely understand (and totally relate.)
Add butter, brown sugar, pure maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to a medium-sized skillet then stir until melted and bubbly. Add old fashioned oats plus sliced almonds then cook, stirring often, especially near the end, until the topping is very fragrant and slightly toasted, 4-5 minutes.
Scrape the topping onto a piece of parchment paper or a silpat then set aside to cool.
Crispy, crunchy, perfectly sweet topping = DONE!
Step 2: Saute the apples.
To the same skillet add butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon then stir until melted and bubbly. Add Granny Smith apples that have been peeled then cut into bite-sized pieces then turn the heat down just a touch and saute for 2 minutes. Place a lid on the skillet then continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender but still have a little bite, 3-5 minutes.
This recipe is all about using what you’ve got to satisfy a serious and sudden apple crisp craving, so really any apple will do. That said, I like the aforementioned Granny Smith apples, Jonagold, or Honeycrisp apples.
Last step is to scoop the apples into a bowl then top with the crisp topping and a scoop of ice cream or dollop of whipped cream before diving in. I hope you LOVE this quick and easy, totally scrumptious Stovetop Apple Crisp for Two the next time a craving hits!
More Delicious Fall Desserts
- Classic Gluten Free Apple Crisp
- Caramel Apple Crisp
- Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon Muffins
- Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Covered Pretzels
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Cupcakes
- Soft Batch Pumpkin Gingersnap Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Stovetop Apple Crisp for Two
Description
Stovetop Apple Crisp for Two takes just 1 skillet and 15 minutes to make. This easy, fall dessert recipe is perfectly portion controlled!
Ingredients
- For the Topping:
- 2 Tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1-1/2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- scant 3/4 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- For the Apples:
- 2 Tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 medium-sized Granny Smoth apples, peeled then cut into bite-sized pieces (~2 cups)
- Ice cream or whipped cream for topping (optional)
Directions
- For the Topping: Add the butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt to a medium-sized skillet over medium heat then stir until melted and bubbly. Add oats and almonds then cook, stirring often, especially near the end, until mixture is very fragrant and slightly toasted, 4-5 minutes. Scrape mixture onto a silpat or parchment paper then set aside to cool. 2. For the Apples: Add butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon to the same skillet then stir until melted and bubbly. Add apples then turn the heat down slightly and saute for 2 minutes. Cover skillet with a lid then saute, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender but still have a little bit of a bite, 3-5 more minutes.
- Scoop apples into bowls then top with crisp topping and serve with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Please be certain to use purity protocol oats if you have Celiac Disease, or certified gluten free oats if you have a gluten sensitivity. I like Gluten Free Oats.
This recipe is courtesy of Iowa Girl Eats, http://iowagirleats.com.
Nicolette Dirks 09.29.2020
This was SO perfect and hit the spot! My normal apple crisp takes over an hour and this was is quicker and tastier!!!
Brittany 09.11.2020
I made this together with my 3.5 y/o as a treat after ending our preschool unit on Apples. He loved it and asked me to “please tell Iowa Girl Eats that this is SO good!!” Thank you for the delicious recipe. We will definitely make this make this again!
Marcelle 07.04.2020
Excellent recipe! I added a handful of blueberries and it became the game changer!
Michelle 04.20.2020
This is a new favorite! Super easy and easy to make substitute’s based on what you have. I used quick oats, I put all in together so they wouldn’t soften. I added raisins, but you could use cranberries, pears, apricots or all berries. Yum?
Elaine 01.31.2020
I need Recipes for one person that a easy and fast to cook
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Megan 10.09.2019
This was awesome! Better than I expected, TBH. I actually think I like it better prepared this way then the traditional apple crisp. I subbed pecans for almonds, because that was all I had. Thanks for another great recipe!
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Nancy 09.04.2019
Living full time in our camper, I’ve been exploring “no oven” cooking/baking options. Gotta say, my camper has never smelled better! Oh, and it’s pretty tasty too.
Irene 06.15.2018
It’s delicious! Super carmelized through and through! My new FAV! Thank you!
Kristin 07.05.2018
Oh I’m so glad to here it, Irene! Thanks for your feedback and recipe review!
Mike 04.11.2018
Late night craving for one…perfect. Having made granola from the night before…shweet. Son coming downstairs to check on dad…He devoured my first batch. No problem, recipe was easy-peasy. Thanks for the recipe?
Becca 10.29.2017
So, I’m not pregnant, but I still want apple crisp NOW, not in an hour!I just made your recipe, tossing in a few Craisins with the apples for a little more fall love. SO good! I have found a new quick fix, feedmethisinstant dessert!
Sara 10.03.2017
I made this for my family and it was delicious! I doubled the recipe and easily got 6 servings out of it. I spiralized the apples and cooked in my cast iron skillet. Can’t wait to make it again!
Kristin 10.03.2017
Gread idea on the spiralized apples – super fun. :)
Eva 09.08.2017
What would I change to be able to skip the almonds? I’m allergic but this sounds perfect, and our oven is broken!
Doris 06.03.2017
Why take 15 minutes should be able to be done in 5 minutes. Use 2 skillets same size. One hold the topping the other the apples. That way the topping is warm as you spoon onto the hot apples.
Arcade 03.26.2017
I just made this, and it’s awesome. I only had one apple and forgot to halve the quantity so it’s a little… sickeningly sweet, but seriously, give this recipe a go!!!
Kate 02.17.2017
This is delicious! I just made it for breakfast! I was craving comfort food and had three apples on their last leg. Thank you so much :)
Karen 01.16.2017
Hey there! this looks so great! Do you think I could use honey instead of the maple? I am not a maple fan, so I usually just find a recipe for something else, but I have been craving apple crisp like nobody’s business! Thanks for your help!
Kristin 01.16.2017
Sure! :)
Beth 11.09.2016
I’m normally not a big sweets person, but I LOVE apple crisp. However, I didn’t want to make a huge batch just for me so your recipe was perfect! I even divided your recipe in half so did just have a single portion. Only had walnuts in the house so used them instead of pecans and used blackstrap molasses cause I had no maple syrup. (Probably a good thing anyway cause it really added to my iron for the day.) The whole thing was absolutely delicious & wonderful on this crisp Autumn evening. Thank you, thank you!
Kristin 11.11.2016
So, so glad to hear it, Beth!! Thanks a ton for your feedback!
Amanda 10.24.2016
Thanks for this terrific recipe — such a nice treat with ingredients we had on hand and it was so much easier than baked apple crisp. I doubled the granola element — can’t wait to munch on that with yogurt or a sliced fresh apple or who knows what!
Kristin 10.27.2016
Yes – it goes well with so many things!! So glad you loved it! :)