Description
This Healthy Apple Crumble recipe offers a quick, wholesome dessert combining tender, cinnamon-spiced apples with a crumbly, natural topping made from rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and natural sweeteners. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a guilt-free treat that the whole family will love, with easy options for customization including gluten-free and vegan variations.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Base
- 5 to 6 medium-sized crisp apples (Granny Smith or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 to 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or maple syrup
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup whole wheat flour (or almond/oat flour for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil or unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and slice 5 to 6 medium apples. Toss them with lemon juice to prevent browning. Sprinkle with cinnamon, nutmeg, and coconut sugar or maple syrup to enhance their natural sweetness. Set aside this flavorful apple mixture as your base.
- Mix the Crumble Topping: In a bowl, combine rolled oats, whole wheat flour, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in coconut sugar or maple syrup. Gently fold in melted coconut oil or unsweetened applesauce until the mixture loosely holds together. Add nuts or seeds now if desired for extra crunch.
- Assemble Your Dish: Transfer the apple mixture into a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples, covering the surface but leaving some texture visible to seal in moisture and create contrast between soft fruit and crispy topping.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled crumble for about 25 minutes, or until the topping is golden and apples are bubbling. Monitor closely near the end to avoid overbaking. Once done, allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Choose firm apples that hold their shape during baking to avoid mushiness.
- Be generous with cinnamon and nutmeg to elevate the flavor.
- Use natural sweeteners sparingly to maintain balance and health benefits.
- The crumble topping can be pre-mixed and stored airtight for up to one week.
- Let the crumble rest after baking to thicken and meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: healthy apple crumble, apple dessert, gluten free apple crumble, vegan apple crumble, quick apple dessert, wholesome dessert
