Stovetop Apple Crisp for Two takes just 1 skillet and 15 minutes to make. This easy, fall dessert recipe is perfectly portion controlled!
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
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.
The crisp topping is ridiculously 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
- Gluten Free Peach Crisp
- 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
Equipment
Ingredients
For the Topping:
- 2 Tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 1-1/2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- scant 3/4 cup gluten free old fashioned oats
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
For the Apples:
- 2 Tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 medium-sized Granny Smith apples, peeled then cut into bite-sized pieces (~2 cups), or whatever apple you have on hand
- For serving: ice cream or whipped cream
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.
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.
Nutrition
Nutritional values are estimates only. Please read our full nutrition information disclaimer.
What would I change to be able to skip the almonds? I’m allergic but this sounds perfect, and our oven is broken!
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.
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!!!
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 :)
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!
Sure! :)
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!
So, so glad to hear it, Beth!! Thanks a ton for your feedback!
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!
Yes – it goes well with so many things!! So glad you loved it! :)
How do you think this would work if I didn’t peel the apples? I’m lazy that way :)
Should work just fine – might just have a little extra texture, but will still taste delicious. :)
This looks DEEELISH!!
I’ve never commented before, but I just wanted to tell you how much I LOVE your blog! And the recipes you share are great! I’ve made quite a few of them and there hasn’t been a single one that we haven’t enjoyed :)
I know your time for baby #2 is near; my prayers are with you for a safe delivery :)
Thank you so, so much, Shanon! That means a ton!! :D
Made this tonight because I was craving something sweet…it was sooo delicious! I love that I didn’t have wait half an hour to take it out of the oven. Thanks for the recipe, I will be making it again!
So glad to hear it, Elyssa! Nothing better than (nearly) instant gratification! :)
Love this idea, Kristin – Pinned!
I love when someone else does my portion-control for me! ;) Seriously though, this looks SO delish! Cannot wait to try!
Amen to that! I hope you love it, Karly!
Can’t wait to make! From a former IA guy.