Mini Apple Crisps Recipe
These Mini Apple Crisps are a delightful individual dessert featuring tender baked apples topped with a crunchy oat and brown sugar crumble. Perfectly portioned in ramekins, they offer warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and brown sugar with a buttery crisp topping, ideal for cozy gatherings or a sweet treat any time of year.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 individual servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Apple Filling
- 3 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Crisp Topping
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup old fashioned oats
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 tablespoons cold butter, cut into pieces
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring it reaches the right temperature for even baking of the apple crisps.
- Prepare Apple Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the diced apples with sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Toss well to evenly coat the apples with the mixture, which helps thicken the fruit juices during baking. Distribute this apple mixture equally into four small ramekins.
- Make the Topping: In a separate small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, oats, and flour. Add the cold butter pieces and use a pastry blender or your fingers to mix until the mixture forms clumps and the butter pieces are no larger than peas, creating a crumbly texture.
- Assemble and Top: Evenly sprinkle the oat and butter topping over the apple mixtures in the ramekins, covering the fruit completely.
- Bake: Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the topping turns golden brown and crisp. The apples should be tender underneath.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. Optionally, add whipped cream and caramel sauce to enhance the dessert’s richness and flavor.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture.
- Ramekins should be approximately 6-ounce capacity for individual servings.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil or a vegan butter alternative.
- Prepare the topping ahead of time and keep chilled until ready to use for easier handling.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream as an alternative to whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Keywords: apple crisp, individual dessert, baked apples, crumble topping, cinnamon apple dessert, ramekin dessert, easy fall dessert
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