5 Minute Microwave Apple Crisp

It's no doubt that it's been a bit gloomy and cold in Clemson lately. Despite a positive forecast from Punxsutawney Phil, there have yet to be signs of an early spring. I may have grown up in the frigid northern temperatures of Minnesota, Michigan, and Chicago, but there's a reason I'm in the south! I am the biggest baby when it comes to cold weather. I don't know about you, but this type of weather always makes me want to cuddle up inside and stay as warm and comfy as possible—and what I eat is no exception. Nothing says treat yo self more to me than getting cozy with a cup of tea and something sweet.

One of my all-time favorite desserts is apple crisp. Let’s be real, what dessert can really compare? It’s the whole package—sweet, sugary, gooey, crispy…and it has apples in it, so it’s kind of healthy, right? Truth be told, it’s probably been years since I’ve actually taken the time to make apple crisp from scratch. The good thing is, I don’t have to! A little known fact about this particular dessert is that it can quickly and easily be made in the microwave—and you don’t have to sacrifice any of the flavor! Yes, you read that correctly. Just pop this bad boy in the microwave for a few shorts minutes and you have the perfect, guilt-free snack to cozy on up to. 

Not only can this apple crisp be made quickly and easily, but, dare I say, healthily too! As I’ve been experimenting with different recipes found around the internet, I’ve realized that this recipe can be switched up to accommodate your taste preferences—or what ingredients you happen to have in your pantry at the time! But here’s generally what you need:

Serves: 1

1 apple, chopped in cubes (I prefer Gala)

1 1/2 tbs coconut oil or butter

2 tbs quick oats

3 tbs flour

2 1/2 tbs brown sugar

2 tbs dried cranberries

a sprinkle of cinnamon

a pinch of nutmeg

*optional: chopped pecans / walnuts

Start by melting coconut oil or butter in a microwave safe bowl until completely clear and liquid.

Stir in oats, 2 tbs flour, 11/2 tablespoons of sugar, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a pinch of nutmeg. You

can also add a few tablespoons of chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans for some extra crisp. Stir 

until the mixture becomes pretty solid, and set topping aside.

It should look something like this!

Transfer chopped apples until a microwave safe bowl. Toss with 1 tbs brown sugar, 1 tbs flour,

and a sprinkle of cinnamon until coated. I also like to add a handful of dried cranberries. 

Then, spread topping over apples evenly. 

Microwave the crisp for 2 1/2 minutes. Apples should be soft and the topping should be bubbly.

I know this doesn't look much different, but I promise this is what you want it to look like!

And that's it! 

So next time you're stuck inside and need a little pick-me-up, try out this easy, 5 minute apple crisp.

I promise it won't disappoint!