Cheater’s Apple Crisp

This is a super easy (3 minute prep! No bowls to clean!) dessert that is healthy and incredibly satisfying. It is also very affordable because the oatmeal cup contains walnuts, dried cranberries and cinnamon, meaning I don’t have to buy separate packages of them. I love how this crisp smells and the fact that the top gets crispy while the rest of the dish remains soft, warm and inviting.

Ingredients (serves 4):

1 (20 ounce) can apple pie filling (I’m using the ‘no sugar added’ variety)

1 (2.64 ounce) cup of instant oatmeal (I’m using Quaker® “Real Medleys Apple Walnut Oatmeal”)

Boiling water

2 teaspoons light butter or margarine

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Generously coat a 1.3 quart casserole dish (or whatever oven safe dish you have) with cooking spray. Prepare oatmeal according to package directions, using slightly less boiling water than called for.

Place the apple pie filling in the bottom of the dish and spread the prepared oatmeal on top to evenly cover the surface. Dot with the butter and bake for 55-60 minutes uncovered. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.