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.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Brunch, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Method Notes

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.

Method

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.