Quick Apple Crisp Bowl
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 2 minutes • Serves: 2
1 cup plain or flavored low fat granola cereal
3 tablespoons sliced almonds
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1-1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/3 cup low fat plain or vanilla yogurt (optional)
1. In medium bowl, toss apple, granola, almonds, brown sugar and cinnamon. Evenly divide apple mixture into 2 small microwave-safe bowls; top each with half the butter.
2.Cover 1 bowl with paper towel and cook in microwave oven on high 1 minute or until apples are just tender; stir to combine. Repeat with remaining bowl. Serve topped with yogurt, if desired.
Approximate nutritional values per serving:
322 Calories, 14g Fat (6g Saturated), 22mg Cholesterol,
85mg Sodium, 45g Carbohydrates, 6g Fiber, 7g Protein
Cooking Clue
Adjust the ingredients in this recipe for personal taste: substitute walnuts or pecans for almonds; add dried fruit, honey and/or sweetened coconut flakes to the apple mixture; top with fresh berries.
Dietitian’s tip:
> Swap out your fruits for endless options. Try peaches, blueberries and/or strawberries.
