Fall and Winter are seasons where we like to embrace cozy and comfortable flavors that make us feel at home in an instant. My recipe Microwave apple crisp for one today is comfort and coziness in a mug, It is a single-serve recipe and can be made in under 5 minutes or less, amazing right?
So, if you ask me what is an apple crisp and you have never tried it before- Let me tell you this is a classic dessert very old school yet comforting, and is made using baked apples topped with a crisp which is made using oats, flour, butter, sugar, cinnamon and nuts. The warmness from the cinnamon, the sweet fruity flavor of the apples, and the crunch from the crisp make this a perfect treat for fall and winter plus as a single-serve recipe, this can be made in a couple of minutes if you have the ingredients ready. Before we jump on making our microwave apple crisp for one here are a few fall-appropriate recipes that will leave you feeling warm and cozy, do give them a try for that homely feel.
Mug Cinnamon Roll
Hot chocolate recipe with dark chocolate
Fudgy Mug brownie recipe no egg
Table of contents:
- Equipment required
- Ingredients required
- Procedure
- Step-by-step picture
- Video Tutorial
- FAQ
- Recommended recipes
- Recipe Card
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What equipment do I require to make microwave apple crisp for one?
A set of teaspoons and tablespoons:
This stainless-steel measuring spoon set is durable and perfect for measuring dry ingredients.
Big Bowl:
I have used this bowl to mix all the ingredients for the crisp. The visual appeal of this bowl is amazing. I love how every little detail comes out perfect when I am using this bowl in my recipe videos.
Weighing Scale:
Well, no recipe gets perfect if the measurements are wrong, and in baking, measuring your ingredients plays a vital role, so make sure you get your hands on this weighing scale.
A small bowl or a mug:
Okay, this is adorable and perfect for mug recipes. You need to have it in your kitchen right away!
Sieve:
This will help us remove impurities and lumps from the flour.
Chopping board:
A good chopping board is a must-have. You can check this one out here.
Chef’s Knife:
A set of good chef knives is essential on your culinary journey. Here is the knife that I use.
What ingredients are required to make apples crisp in a mug?
Apple
Get the best red juicy apple or you can opt for some golden apples too, for your apple mug crisp, you can either peel the skin or chop it with the skin itself for this recipe. Apple is abundantly available in this season making it the perfect fruit to go with the warm hints of cinnamon. I used one apple for this recipe, after chopping it measured 65 grams. It will provide sweetness and that fruity bite to your mug apple crisp.
Not just apples, but winters bring out the best in fruits and I’m sharing two recipes using more of winter favorites, strawberries and oranges!
Strawberry and Kaffir lime Overnight Oats
Upside-down Orange Cake recipe
Cinnamon Powder
Nothing can go wrong when you combine apple and cinnamon. Both of them complement each other so well and are appropriate to create the best recipes for fall and winter. Cinnamon provides warmth and cozy comfort with its warm yet spicy flavor.
I recently made a banana bread recipe where I used the combination of cinnamon and bananas and it turned out flavorful. All I am saying is, that you cannot go wrong with warm spice combinations in your recipes this season.
Brown Sugar
For sweetness in your apple crisp and to provide some moisture. Once baked it will also provide that delicious caramel flavor to your apple crisp.
Melted Butter
Melted butter will help enhance that caramel flavor. It will help mix everything and hold the structure of the crisp. It will also impart richness and beautiful color to the crisp.
Oats
Oats are used here for the crisp, when baked they will provide the crunch to your crisp and the most amazing part is the health benefits of both apples and oats making this a guilt-free snack or breakfast option. They also help hold the structure of your crisp. Oats are versatile as an ingredient which is why they make a great option for quick breakfast recipes or snacks. If you are like me and oats and milk is not your jam, go ahead and give these oat recipes a try. Not only do they taste amazing, they are super easy to make too.
The Healthiest Tiramisu Overnight Oats recipe
Banana overnight oats recipe
Flour
Flour is used to provide structure to your crisp. As always we are using all-purpose flour.
Salt
To balance out and enhance the flavors in the apple mug crisp.
Crushed Cashews
A recipe like this will taste best with some added nutty flavor from the cashews. It will give some crunch to the crisp and will also enhance the visual appeal.
Step-by-step pictures on how to make Microwave apple crisp for one:
How to make Apple crisp in a mug?
With all of my recipes, I make sure that the procedure is beginner-friendly and easy to make and this recipe certainly falls under this category.
Start by chopping some apples with or without skin whichever way you prefer, and add it to your favorite mug along with 1/4th teaspoon of cinnamon and 1 tbsp of brown sugar and mix gently.
In a separate bowl, combine oats, melted butter, and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar and flour. Also, add a pinch of salt to balance out the flavors add some crushed cashews, and mix gently. Save some crushed cashews to add on top later for that extra crunch and burst of nutty flavor.
Pour this mix on top of the apple cinnamon mix into your mug and pop the mug into your microwave.
Bake it at the highest power for around 1-3 minutes. The exact time may vary depending on your microwave; I found 1.5 minutes to be perfect.
Once your mug apple crisp is ready, serve it with some vanilla ice cream sprinkle the reserved crushed cashews on top, and enjoy your warm and cozy dessert.
My ideal way to enjoy this warm dessert is to put on my plushies or my favorite pair of socks turn on my favorite show on Netflix, grab a binky, and find a comfortable and cozy spot to binge on this treat.
Frequently Asked Questions about making Apple crisp mug:
What kind of apple do you suggest for this apple crisp recipe?
I would suggest using golden or red apples for this recipe.
Can I store the apple crisp?
The recipe is not meant for later consumption as it is an instant mug recipe, I would suggest you consume this warm.
What other fruits would you suggest adding to this?
Go ahead and substitute the apple with some pear or green apple, note that the pear will take longer to cook.
What toppings can I add to my mug apple crisp?
You can top your mug apple crisp with some vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and maple syrup. You can add nuts of your choice on top for that added crunch.
Can I substitute the brown sugar?
You can substitute brown sugar with maple syrup for flavoring and sweetness. Maple syrup also goes well with this recipe. Or if you want this to be sugar-free you can make this recipe without adding any sugar or additional sweetener as sometimes the apples are sweet on their own. However, note that the taste may vary.
Can I use instant oats instead of traditional oats?
Yes, you can use it. I have a whole blog post dedicated to understanding different kinds of oats better. It’s a quick and value-packed read and you can check it out here: Oats Guide 101
Do I have to use a microwave, or can I bake the mug apple crisp in an oven?
It is meant to be an instant recipe hence the use of a microwave, however, it can be baked in the oven too. Bake at 180 degrees Centigrade for 8 minutes and then check the color for doneness.
How do I know when the mug apple crisp is done in the microwave?
The color should be light golden and the apples should look soft.
More fall and winter-appropriate recipes for you to try:
Here are a few crowd-pleaser recipes for you to try this season
Butter Crunch Cookies
Brown Butter Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Ingredients
- Apple - 1 red apple, approx. 65 grams once chopped
- Cinnamon powder - 1/4th tsp
- Brown Sugar - 2 tbsp
- Oats - 2 tbsp
- Melted Butter - 1 tbsp
- Flour - 1 tbsp
- Crushed Cashews - 1 tbsp
- Salt - a pinch
Directions
- Step 1 Start by chopping some apples with or without skin whichever way you prefer, and add it to your favorite mug along with 1/4th teaspoon of cinnamon and 1 tbsp of brown sugar and mix gently.
- Step 2 In a separate bowl, combine oats, melted butter, and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar and flour. Also, add a pinch of salt to balance out the flavors add some crushed cashews, and mix gently. Save some crushed cashews to add on top later for that extra crunch and burst of nutty flavor.
- Step 3 Pour this mix on top of the apple cinnamon mix into your mug and pop the mug into your microwave.
- Step 4 Bake it at the highest power for around 1-3 minutes. The exact time may vary depending on your microwave
- Step 5 I found 1.5 minutes to be perfect.
- Step 6 Once your mug apple crisp is ready, serve it with some vanilla ice cream sprinkle the reserved crushed cashews on top, and enjoy your warm and cozy dessert.
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