Skillet Apple Crisp

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This skillet apple crisp has all the cozy flavors of traditional apple pie but with a lower-carb, no-sugar-added twist.

It’s made in a single skillet — no mixing bowls, no complicated steps — and comes out perfectly caramelized every time.

You’ll love this version because it’s:

• Diabetic-friendly and easy on blood sugar.
• Naturally sweetened with apples and allulose (or stevia).
• Gluten-free, using almond flour and oats for texture.
• Perfectly portioned for two to four servings.

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• For the Apple Filling
• 2 medium apples peeled and sliced thin (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work best)
• 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil
• 1 tbsp granulated allulose or erythritol
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Pinch of salt
• For the Crisp Topping
• ¼ cup rolled oats gluten-free if needed
• ¼ cup almond flour
• 1½ tbsp butter melted
• 1 tbsp allulose or brown sugar substitute
• ¼ tsp cinnamon
• Pinch of sea salt

Method

 

1. Heat a small oven-safe skillet (6–8 inches) over medium heat.
2. Add butter, then the sliced apples, sweetener, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and salt.
3. Stir and cook 5–7 minutes until apples soften and begin to caramelize. Remove from heat.
4. In a small bowl, combine oats, almond flour, melted butter, allulose, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
5. Mix until crumbly and well coated.
6. Sprinkle the crisp topping evenly over the apples in the skillet.
7. Transfer skillet to a 350°F oven.
8. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and crisp.
9. Serve warm with a spoonful of Greek yogurt or a small scoop of sugar-free vanilla ice cream.
10. Drizzle with a touch of unsweetened almond butter for a cozy fall dessert that doubles as breakfast.
11. Top with a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch

 Serving Ideas

• Serve warm with a spoonful of Greek yogurt or a small scoop of sugar-free vanilla ice cream.
• Drizzle with a touch of unsweetened almond butter for a cozy fall dessert that doubles as breakfast.
• Top with a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.

 Diabetic-Friendly Nutrition Highlights

• Lower sugar: Sweetened naturally with apples and allulose (no refined sugar).
• Gluten-free & high fiber: Uses almond flour and oats to support steady energy.
• Heart-healthy fats: From almonds and butter (or coconut oil).
• Portion smart: Easy to divide into 2–4 servings to fit your carb goals.

Tips & Variations

• Use different fruits: Try pear, peach, or berry blends for variety.
• Make it nut-free: Swap almond flour for oat flour.
• Crispier top: Broil for the last 1–2 minutes — just watch closely!
• Make ahead: Prepare the topping and filling separately; bake just before serving.