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Easy Caramel Apple Crisp for Two in a Cast Iron Skillet

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A quick and easy caramel apple crisp for two, made in a small cast iron skillet with simple ingredients. Perfect for a weeknight dessert that feels special without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4-inch thick
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place a 5-inch cast iron skillet on the stovetop over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of the butter, swirling to coat the bottom.
  2. In a small bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon until evenly coated.
  3. Add the apple mixture to the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples start to soften and edges are golden. Remove from heat and drizzle 2 tablespoons of caramel sauce over the apples; stir gently.
  4. In a small mixing bowl, combine flour, rolled oats, remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar, remaining 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Add 2 tablespoons cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or fingertips to work it in until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples in the skillet. Do not press down. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbly around the edges.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons caramel sauce over the top. Let sit for 1 minute.
  7. Serve warm directly from the skillet or in bowls. Optionally top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

If the topping browns too quickly before the apples are bubbly, tent the skillet loosely with foil for the last 5 minutes of baking. Let the crisp rest for 2-3 minutes after baking to allow juices to thicken. For best results, keep butter cold and work quickly when making the topping.

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