Fruit Desserts for One
Apple Crisp for One
One cozy apple crisp with tender cinnamon-spiced apples and a golden oat crumble topping — perfectly sized for one.
Servings
1 serving
Prep
10 min
Cook
25–30 min
Total
35–40 min
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
≈ 430 kcal
Protein
≈ 4 g
Fat
≈ 17 g
Carbs
≈ 69 g
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary depending on the ingredients and brands used.
Ingredients
What you'll need.
- Apple, peeled and diced120 g
- Granulated sugar10 g
- Fresh lemon juice1 tsp
- Ground cinnamon¼ tsp
- Fine saltPinch
- All-purpose flour, for topping18 g
- Rolled oats, for topping18 g
- Light brown sugar, for topping12 g
- Unsalted butter, cold, for topping18 g
How to Make It
One apple crisp, step by step.
- 01
Prepare the oven and ramekin
Heat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a small oven-safe ramekin or baking dish suitable for one serving.
- 02
Mix the apple filling
Add the diced apple, granulated sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to a small bowl. Stir until evenly coated.
- 03
Fill the ramekin
Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared ramekin and spread it into an even layer.
- 04
Make the crumble topping
In a small bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, and brown sugar. Add the cold butter and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture forms small buttery crumbs.
- 05
Top the apples
Scatter the crumble topping evenly over the apple filling.
- 06
Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the topping is golden and the apples underneath are tender and bubbling around the edges.
- 07
Cool slightly before serving
Let the apple crisp rest for about 5–10 minutes before eating so the filling can settle slightly.
SVI SWEET Tip
Cut the apple into small even pieces.
Small pieces cook more evenly in a single-serving dessert and become tender by the time the topping turns golden.
Substitutions
Make it work with what you have.
Apple variety
A firm sweet-tart apple such as Gala, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady works especially well for apple crisp.
Rolled oats
Old-fashioned rolled oats give the topping the best texture. Quick oats can work too, but the crumble will be a little softer.
Butter
Cold butter gives the topping the best crumbly texture. If needed, a neutral oil can be used, but the topping will be less crisp and sandy.
Extra flavor
A tiny pinch of nutmeg or a little vanilla can be added if you want a slightly warmer, more dessert-like flavor.
Storage
Best warm, but still good later.
Room temperature
If needed, the cooled apple crisp can sit at room temperature for several hours on the day it is baked.
Refrigerator
Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days.
Reheating
Warm in the microwave for about 20–30 seconds or reheat briefly in the oven to crisp the topping again.
FAQ
A few helpful answers.
What is the difference between apple crisp and apple crumble?
They are very similar, but apple crisp usually includes oats in the topping, which gives it a crisper texture after baking.
How do I know when the apple crisp is done?
The topping should be golden and the apples underneath should feel tender when pierced with a spoon or knife.
Can I make this without oats?
Yes. You can replace the oats with a little more flour for a more classic crumble-style topping.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes. Double all ingredients and divide the mixture between two small ramekins for the most even baking.
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