Description
All the flavor of a classic apple crisp in easy, single-serving portions. Sweet, spiced apples sit beneath a buttery cake topping with a crisp streusel finish — perfect for parties, brunches, or a grab-and-go dessert.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients:
Apple Base:
2 cups peeled, chopped apples (or use canned apple pie filling)
1–2 tablespoons granulated sugar (omit if using sweetened pie filling)
½ teaspoon cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Topping:
½ cup yellow or spice cake mix
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted or sliced
Optional Streusel/Crisp Topping:
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon rolled oats
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 6–8 cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
Prepare Apple Base:
Toss apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
Divide evenly among muffin cups (about ¼ cup each).
Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over the apples.
Top with Butter & Streusel:
Drizzle or dot melted butter over the cake mix.
Mix streusel ingredients until crumbly and sprinkle over each cup.
Bake: Bake 20–25 minutes, until the tops are golden and apples are tender.
Cool & Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Shortcut: Use canned apple pie filling to save prep time.
- Vegan Option: Use plant-based butter.
- Flavor Boost: Add a pinch of ground ginger or allspice to the apples.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1–2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American / Fall-Inspired