Skillet Caramelized Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Oats

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-22 · Updated 2026-06-22

Warm caramelized apples cooked in a skillet and topped with a crunchy cinnamon oat crumble, ideal for cozy dessert cravings. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, layers apples, unsalted butter, brown sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 medium, peeled and sliced apples
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• optional, for serving vanilla ice cream

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a 10-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat until melted and foaming.
2. Step 2: Add 4 medium peeled and sliced apples and 1/3 cup brown sugar, stirring to coat. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften and caramelize to a golden brown.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the caramelized apples in the skillet.
5. Step 5: Transfer the skillet to a preheated 375°F oven and bake for 15 minutes until the topping is crisp and golden.
6. Step 6: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.