Description
Delightful apple crisp bites deliver classic fall flavors in miniature form, perfect for intimate gatherings or quiet dessert moments. Crunchy oat topping and warm cinnamon spices invite sweet indulgence that promises comfort in each delectable single-bite treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled & diced
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose or almond flour
- 1/4 cup butter (or dairy-free alternative)
Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F and thoroughly coating a mini muffin tin with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Carefully dice the apples into small, uniform pieces and gently coat them with a mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, ensuring each piece is evenly seasoned.
- Create the crisp topping by combining rolled oats, all-purpose flour, and brown sugar in a mixing bowl, then incorporate softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse, crumbly texture.
- Delicately press a small portion of the oat mixture into the bottom of each mini muffin cavity, creating a compact base layer.
- Distribute the cinnamon-sugar coated apple pieces evenly over the oat base, filling each cup approximately three-quarters full.
- Generously sprinkle the remaining oat mixture on top of the apple layer, covering them completely and creating a textured crumble surface.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, watching for a golden-brown color and crispy edges that indicate complete cooking.
- Remove from the oven and allow the apple crisp bites to cool in the tin for 5-7 minutes, which helps them set and makes removal easier.
- Gently extract the bites from the tin and serve warm, enjoying the delightful combination of tender apples and crunchy topping.
Notes
- Choose firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and balanced sweetness in these bite-sized treats.
- Use cold butter when making the crumbly topping to ensure a flaky, crisp texture that breaks apart beautifully.
- Avoid overmixing the crumble topping; gentle mixing creates those irresistible crunchy clusters that make apple crisp so delightful.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular flour with almond flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour blend to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg