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Quick Apple Cinnamon Dessert Skillet

Easy Quick Apple Cinnamon Dessert Skillet with Cozy Comfort Flavor

Enjoy this Quick Apple Cinnamon Dessert Skillet that combines warm apples, cinnamon, and a hint of sweetness, ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Apple Filling
  • 4 cups apples, sliced Choose firm, tart varieties like Granny Smith
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds a warm spice flavor
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar Deepens sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Brightens flavor and prevents browning
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted Enhances texture and flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Provides structure
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Balances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats Adds a chewy texture
  • 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed For a crumbly topping
  • 1 pinch salt Heightens all flavors

Equipment

  • 10" skillet
  • bowl
  • pastry blender

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Melt butter in a 10" skillet over medium heat, then add apple slices, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Cook 5 minutes until apples are tender and syrupy.
  2. Stir gently, reduce heat to medium-low, and let the mixture bubble softly for 3 minutes.
  3. While the filling simmers, heat your oven to 350°F.
  4. In a bowl, toss flour, granulated sugar, oats, and a pinch of salt. Cut in cold butter until coarse crumbs form.
  5. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the apple filling. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes until the crust is golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

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