Healthy Microwave Cinnamon Apple Crisp
A quick and delicious vegan and gluten-free dessert made with fresh apples and warm spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the apple filling
- 1 small apple 1 small apple (e.g., Gala or Honeycrisp, peeled and chopped) Choose a firm apple variety for best results.
- ¼ tsp ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ⅛ tsp alcohol-free vanilla extract
- 2 tsp 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 pinch 1 pinch allspice (or nutmeg) You can use nutmeg instead of allspice.
- ½ tsp ½ tsp maple syrup (optional, or a few drops of monk fruit sweetener) Sweetener is optional.
For the crisp topping
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp rolled oats
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp almond flour
- 1 tsp 1 tsp flaxseed (ground)
- ½ tsp ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 pinch 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp 1 tsp walnuts (chopped) You can substitute with other nuts or seeds.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a microwave-safe bowl or ramekin, combine the chopped apple, cinnamon, vanilla, lemon juice, and optional sweetener if using. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
- Microwave the mixture for 1½ to 2 minutes, or until the apples begin to soften.
Topping
- While the apples are cooking, mix all topping ingredients in a small bowl until crumbly.
- Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave and spoon the oat topping over the softened apples.
- Microwave for another 30-60 seconds until the topping is warm and slightly crisped.
- Let cool for 1-2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve the dessert in a beautiful ramekin. Top with yogurt or a splash of unsweetened almond milk for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.