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Healthy Small-Batch Apple Crisp for Two

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A warm, cinnamon-spiced apple crisp made in small batches for two, using wholesome ingredients like oats and almond flour. It’s a comforting dessert that feels indulgent but is actually sensible, perfect for a cozy night in.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium apples, peeled and chopped (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (pure maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (fresh is best)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned oats)
  • 2 tablespoons almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place your ramekins or baking dish on a small baking sheet to catch any bubbly juices.
  2. Peel, core, and chop your apples into 1/2-inch cubes. Place them in a medium mixing bowl.
  3. To the apples, add 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly coated. Let sit while you make the topping.
  4. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup rolled oats, 2 tablespoons almond flour, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Add the cold butter pieces and 1 tablespoon maple syrup. Use a pastry cutter or two forks to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining.
  5. Divide the apple mixture evenly between two 8-ounce ramekins. Sprinkle the topping evenly over each, pressing down gently with your fingers.
  6. Place the baking sheet with the ramekins in the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown. If the topping browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the last 5-10 minutes.
  7. Let the crisps cool for at least 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the filling to thicken.

Notes

For best results, keep butter cold and don’t skip the cornstarch. Let apples sit after mixing to draw out moisture. Use a mix of apple varieties for complex flavor. Bake on a sheet pan to catch drips. For vegan version, replace butter with cold coconut oil or plant-based butter. For nut-free, swap almond flour with oat flour or all-purpose flour.

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