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Cozy Cinnamon Apple Crisp for Two

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A simple, comforting apple crisp recipe perfect for two, featuring a warm cinnamon-spiced apple filling and a crunchy oat topping.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium apples (about 300g / 10oz), peeled, cored, and sliced thin (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • ⅓ cup old-fashioned rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • ⅓ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin, even slices (about ¼-inch thick).
  3. In a medium bowl, toss apple slices with granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
  4. Transfer the apple mixture evenly into a small baking dish (about 6×6 inches).
  5. In another bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, ⅓ teaspoon cinnamon, and salt. Stir to mix well.
  6. Pour melted butter into the oat mixture and stir until it clumps together slightly.
  7. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apples without pressing down.
  8. Bake on the center rack for 25-30 minutes until the topping is golden brown and apple juices are bubbling.
  9. If topping browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the last 5-10 minutes.
  10. Let the crisp rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for balanced flavor. Cornstarch is essential to prevent a runny filling. Melted butter creates a nicely toasted topping, but cold butter can be used for a flakier texture. Toast oats lightly before mixing for extra crunch. Tent with foil if topping browns too fast. Can swap sugar for coconut sugar or maple syrup. For dairy-free, use vegan butter or coconut oil.

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