Apple Cinnamon Crumble Cups
A cozy, bite-sized dessert with tart apples, warm cinnamon, and a buttery crumble. This skillet-inspired cup is great for potlucks or a family-friendly finale, delivering crisp crumb texture and a fragrant apple filling in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
Servings:
2 servings
(originally 4 servings)Ingredients(scaled)
- 1 cups apples, peeled and diced small
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp lemon juice
- ½ 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ 1/8 tsp salt
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ½ 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin; line 4 cups with parchment if desired.
- Toss apples with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt; set aside.
- Combine flour, oats, and brown sugar; cut in butter with fingers until crumbly.
- Reserve 3 tbsp of crumble for topping; mix remaining into a coarse crumble.
- Divide apple filling among 4 cups; top with crumble, packing lightly.
- Bake 22–25 minutes until apples are tender and topping is golden; cool briefly.
- Sprinkle walnuts on top while warm for extra crunch (optional).
Chef’s Pro Tips
- For extra zing, finish with a light drizzle of caramel before serving.
- Use a mix of tart apples like Granny Smith for bright flavor.
- If dough feels too dry, add 1–2 tsp water to bring it together.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm cups with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for contrast.
Storage Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat briefly before serving.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
| calories | 380 |
|---|---|
| protein | 5 |
| carbs | 52 |
| fat | 17 |
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