Apple Crisp

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly butter 6 (6-ounce) ramekins.
2. 2
   Whisk the oats, flour, brown sugar, pecans, and salt in a medium bowl.
3. 3
   Rub in the butter with your fingertips until it is in even, pea-size pieces.
4. 4
   Peel, core, and coarsely chop the apples and divide evenly among the ramekins.
5. 5
   Scatter the crisp topping evenly over the fruit in each ramekin.
6. 6
   Transfer the ramekins to a baking sheet and cook until the fruit bubbles around the sides and the top is golden, about 30 minutes.
7. 7
   Preheat a broiler.
8. 8
   Place the crisps about 4 inches from the broiler and cook until golden brown, about 30 seconds.
9. 9
   Let cool about 15 minutes before serving.
10. 10
    Serve warm with whipped cream, if using.
11. 11
    In our diabetic-friendly desserts, we use small amounts of sweeteners in accordance with guidelines set up by the American Diabetic Association.
12. 12
    As with all sweets, moderation is important.