Mini Apple Crumbles with Cinnamon Oat Topping

Name: Mini Apple Crumbles with Cinnamon Oat Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter (melted); 3 large apples (peeled and cut into 1 inch chunks that are 1/2 inch thick); 3 tablespoons light or dark brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg; 2/3 cup pack light or dark brown sugar; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup old fashioned oats; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 6 tablespoons butter (melted); Serve with ice cream and caramel (optional)

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These Mini Apple Crumbles with Cinnamon Oat Topping are the perfect cozy dessert to whip up in no time. They bake right in individual ramekins, making them personal, easy, and zero stress.

Close-up of a mini apple crumble in a small bowl, topped with golden oat crumble and a scoop of melting vanilla ice cream.

These treats are especially great in fall, when the apple‑and‑spice flavors hit just right, and they're a simple but festive dessert for holiday dinners.

This dessert was inspired by my Cheesy Muffin Tin Pizza Puffs and pairs perfectly with my Pumpkin Feta Phyllo Cupsfor a sweet-and-savory spread that's ideal for fall gatherings.

A small bowl of mini apple crumble topped with a golden, crunchy oat topping.

Ingredients

Apples are sweet and spiced with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Oats form a cozy and textured topping.
Flour helps give the crumble structure and balance.
Butter adds richness and brings the topping together.
Brown sugar sweetens both the apples and the topping.
Cinnamon adds a warm and familiar spice.
Nutmeg gives a gentle and aromatic finish.

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How to Make Mini Apple Crumbles

A hand brushing each ramekins with melted butter.

Preheat your oven to 350°F and place six 6-ounce ramekins on a baking sheet. Brush each ramekin with the 1 tablespoon of melted butter.

Sliced apples in a bowl, seasoned with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Make the apple mixture: In a large bowl, combine the apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Seasoned apple mixture being evenly divided into six ramekins on a baking sheet.

Divide the apple mixture evenly between the ramekins.

A rameskins with apple crumble topped with a golden, crunchy oat topping.

Make the topping: In a medium-sized bowl, mix the brown sugar, flour, oats, cinnamon, and the 6 tablespoons of melted butter using a fork or mixing spoon.

Pour the topping mixture over the apple mixture in each ramekin.

Bake for about 35 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and the apples are soft.

Best served warm, with ice cream and caramel if you like.

Hint: If you want the topping extra crispy, let the crumbles cool for 10 minutes uncovered before serving. This helps the oats stay crunchy and not steam from the heat.

Substitutions & Variations

Gluten-free - Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour and make sure your oats are certified gluten-free.
Dairy-free - Swap the butter for coconut oil or a plant-based butter alternative.
Less sugar - Reduce the brown sugar slightly or try using coconut sugar instead.
Add nuts - Chopped pecans or walnuts in the topping add extra crunch and flavor.

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💭Crucial Success Tips

Make sure the apples are cut into evenly sized chunks so they bake at the same rate. Don't skip the butter in the topping - it helps everything crisp up perfectly. And don't overbake or the apples will turn mushy.

FAQ

What kind of apples work best?

Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith. They hold their shape and give a good mix of sweet and tart.

Can I bake this in one dish instead of ramekins?

Absolutely. Use a small baking dish and adjust the baking time slightly until the top is golden and the apples are soft.

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Tina

Mini Apple Crumbles with Cinnamon Oat Topping

These mini apple crumbles are warm, cozy, and packed with cinnamon-spiced apples under a buttery oat topping. Perfectly portioned and made for indulging!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

FOR THE APPLE LAYER

1 tablespoon butter melted
3 large apples peeled and cut into 1 inch chunks that are ½ inch thick
3 tablespoons light or dark brown sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg

FOR THE TOPPING

⅔ cup pack light or dark brown sugar
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup old fashioned oats
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 tablespoons butter melted
Serve with ice cream and caramel optional

Method

Preheat your oven to 350°F and place six 6-ounce ramekins on a baking sheet.
Brush each ramekin with the 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
Make the apple mixture: In a large bowl, combine the apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Divide the apple mixture evenly between the ramekins.
Make the topping: In a medium-sized bowl, mix the brown sugar, flour, oats, cinnamon, and the 6 tablespoons of melted butter using a fork or mixing spoon.
Pour the topping mixture over the apple mixture in each ramekin.
Bake for about 35 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and the apples are soft.
Best served warm, with ice cream and caramel if you like.

How to Store Mini Apple Crumbles

Let the crumbles cool to room temperature, then cover them tightly and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can reheat them in the microwave or oven until warmed through.

They also freeze well for up to 1 month. Wrap each ramekin in plastic and place them in a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat before serving.