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.
This is the quickest apple crisp that I have ever made. It is great! The oat topping would be a great stand alone granola.
Oh yeah, I totally eat the granola alone without the apples. ?
So easy!
This was SO perfect and hit the spot! My normal apple crisp takes over an hour and this was is quicker and tastier!!!
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!
Excellent recipe! I added a handful of blueberries and it became the game changer!
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?
I need Recipes for one person that a easy and fast to cook
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!
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.
It’s delicious! Super carmelized through and through! My new FAV! Thank you!
Oh I’m so glad to here it, Irene! Thanks for your feedback and recipe review!
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?
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!
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!
Gread idea on the spiralized apples – super fun. :)