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Healthy Apple Crisp (Gluten Free)

A delightful and healthy apple crisp that's gluten-free, combining sweet apples with a crunchy oat-nut topping for a comforting dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

Apple Filling

  • 4-5 medium Fresh apples, peeled or unpeeled Choose a mix of Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Fuji, and Braeburn for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Adds zing to the apple mixture.
  • 1/4 cup Maple syrup or honey Use your favorite sweetener.

Crisp Topping

  • 1 cup Rolled oats Make sure they are certified gluten-free if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Almond flour For nutty richness.
  • 1/3 cup Coconut sugar You can substitute with brown sugar if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Nuts, chopped (e.g., pecans or walnuts) Chop nuts finely; can substitute with flaxseed or sunflower seeds.
  • 1 pinch Sea salt
  • 1/3 cup Coconut oil or plant-based butter Must be cold before mixing.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Core and slice the apples and place them in a baking dish.
  • Toss the sliced apples with lemon juice and maple syrup or honey, ensuring they're evenly coated.

Make the Topping

  • In a separate bowl, mix oats, almond flour, coconut sugar, cinnamon, chopped nuts, and sea salt.
  • Add the cold coconut oil or plant-based butter and combine using your hands until crumbly.

Bake

  • Spread the topping mixture over the prepared apples evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the apples are bubbling and the topping is golden and crisp.
  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving, to avoid burning yourself.

Notes

This dessert is versatile; feel free to experiment with different fruits or add toppings like Greek yogurt or toasted coconut. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Keyword apple crisp, baking, dessert recipe, gluten free, healthy dessert