It couldn’t be easier.

Simply Recipes / Shilpa Iyer

Apple crispis often celebrated as an easier alternative to pie.

But honestly, its merits gofarbeyond that comparison.

Bowl of 3-ingredient apple crisp with a dollop of yogurt next to a cast iron skillet with more apple crisp, a purple kitchen towel, and a bowl

Simply Recipes / Shilpa Iyer

This 3-ingredient version is the speedy, seasonal dessert youve been searching for.

Once youve tried it once, get ready to experiment.

Theres no way it wont be delicious.

Bowl of 3-ingredient apple crisp with a dollop of yogurt and in the surroudings, a cast iron skillet with more apple crisp and a purple kitchen towel

Simply Recipes / Shilpa Iyer

I also prefer to bake with medium to large apples, simply because theyre less tedious to peel.

At the end of the day, prioritize whats already in your fridge.

The high heat also helps the topping achieve better browning.

3-ingredient skillet apple crisp in a cast iron skillet and a serving in a bowl with a spoon, both next to a bowl with utensils and a purple kitchen towel

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If its important to you, consider the ingredient list: some packets have more additives than others.

Once youve taken your pick, youll work in cold butter, using your fingertips to create moist clumps.

Add the instant oatmeal to a medium bowl.

Transfer to the refrigerator.

(Reduce the heat to medium if the apples are browning too quickly.)

Remove from the heat.

If youre not using an oven-safe skillet, transfer the apples to a 2-quart baking dish.

Scatter the topping over the apples.

It likely wont cover them entirely.

Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

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