📋 Healthy Microwave Apple Crisp (in a Mug) Recipe

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📋 Healthy Microwave Apple Crisp (in a Mug) Recipe

This microwave Apple Crisp in a Mug is a delicious dessert that's not only healthy, it's quick and easy to make in under 3 minutes and WW friendly!

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword apple crisp, microwave, mug, weight watchers

Special Diet Vegetarian, weight watchers

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 2

Total Time 7

Servings serving

Calories 344kcal

Author Terri Gilson

Equipment

Ingredients

Topping

2 tablespoons rolled oats
1 tablespoons all purpose flour
½ tablespoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoons butter, melted

Filling

1 large apple (preferably green) peeled, cored and sliced
½ tablespoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ tsp butter extract
2 tablespoon light whipped cream
1 tablespoon water
¼ teaspoon cornstarch

Garnish

light whipped cream
cinnamon

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Instructions

Peel, core and chop apples, then toss apple slices with ½ tablespoon of the brown sugar, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon butter extract and 2 tbsps of the whipped cream.
Add water and cornstarch and stir together.
In a small bowl stir in the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar and cinnamon. Stir in the melted butter to create the crisp topping.
Take a microwaveable mug, spray it with non-stick cooking spray and fill with the apple mixture. Spoon the crisp mixture over the top. Microwave for 2- 2 ½ minutes. the apples should be bubbling and the whole thing will reduce in size. Cooking time is based on my 1200W microwave so your timing might vary. * 2 minutes and 20 seconds was perfect for me!
Carefully remove from the microwave (I use an oven mitt) and let stand until cool enough to eat. Be careful because it's going to be really hot at first!
Enjoy warm with additional dollop of whipped cream ( 2 tablespoon light whipped cream, included in 8 WW points) and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Notes

Expert Recipe Tips:

- Cut apples evenly. Dice the apple into small, uniform cubes so they cook quickly and soften evenly in the microwave.

- Use a large, wide mug. A wider, microwave-safe mug (at least 12–14 oz) prevents spillover and allows the topping to crisp up better.

- Don’t skip the cornstarch. Cornstarch thickens the apple juices, keeping the filling from turning watery. Make sure it’s well mixed into the apple mixture.

- Let it stand before eating. After microwaving, let the mug sit for 1–2 minutes. This helps the filling thicken further and prevents burns from hot steam.

- Adjust microwave time carefully. Since microwave wattage varies, start at the lower end of the cooking time. If the apples aren’t tender enough, cook in 10–15 second intervals until done.

- Boost the crisp topping. If you like a crunchier topping, sprinkle a few extra oats or even a teaspoon of chopped nuts on top before microwaving.

- Add flavor variations. Try mixing in a pinch of nutmeg, allspice, or ginger with the cinnamon for a warm spice blend, or drizzle a little maple syrup over the topping before cooking.

🌡️Storage

Store this apple crisp in a mug in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. You could also cover the mug in plastic wrap and store it in the fridge that way. You can freeze it for up to 3 months in a sealed container.

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