Healthy Apple Crisp – Guilt-Free Fall Dessert Recipe
This Healthy Apple Crisp is a guilt-free fall dessert combining tender, cinnamon-spiced apples with a crunchy oat and nut topping made with wholesome ingredients like coconut sugar, almond flour, and coconut oil. Perfectly baked to golden brown perfection, this comforting dish balances sweetness and texture while offering a nutritious twist on a classic treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Apple Filling
- 4 cups peeled and sliced apples (Granny Smith and Honeycrisp)
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Topping
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1/4 cup almond flour or whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for even baking.
- Prepare Apple Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peeled and sliced apples with coconut sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss gently until the apples are evenly coated with the spices and sweetener.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the apple mixture evenly across the dish to form the base layer.
- Make the Topping: In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped nuts, almond flour, and melted coconut oil. Stir in the vanilla extract until all ingredients are well mixed to create a crumbly topping.
- Assemble Crisp: Evenly distribute the oat and nut topping over the apple mixture in the baking dish, covering it completely.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, until the topping turns golden brown and the apples become tender when pierced with a fork.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the apple crisp from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving to let the juices settle and the topping crisp up further.
Notes
- You can substitute almond flour with whole wheat flour to suit your preference or dietary needs.
- Using a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples provides a balance of tartness and sweetness.
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of ground cloves or ginger to the apple mixture.
- Serve warm on its own or with a dollop of Greek yogurt or low-fat vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
Keywords: Apple Crisp, Healthy Dessert, Fall Dessert, Gluten Free, Guilt-Free Dessert, Baked Apple Dessert, Oat Topping, Nut Topping
