Healthy Apple Crisp With Oats
A warm and wholesome dessert featuring tender apples under a crunchy oat topping, sweetened naturally with maple syrup and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the apple filling
- 6-7 medium apples Apples (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or a mix), peeled and sliced
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp Fine sea salt Divided
- 1 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1.5 tbsp Cornstarch or arrowroot
- 1-2 tbsp Maple syrup For extra sweetness
- 2 tsp Ground cinnamon Divided
- 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg
For the crisp topping
- 1.5 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup Almond flour Or whole-wheat flour if preferred
- 1/2 cup Chopped nuts Pecans or walnuts, optional
- 5 tbsp Coconut oil or unsalted butter Melted
- 1/3 cup Maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp Fine sea salt Divided
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
- Slice the apples into uniform 1/4-inch thick slices.
- Toss apples in a large bowl with lemon juice, 1 tsp cinnamon, nutmeg, 1/4 tsp salt, vanilla, and cornstarch. Add maple syrup for extra sweetness if desired.
- Spread the apple mixture in the baking dish.
Crisp Topping
- In another bowl, mix together oats, almond flour, chopped nuts, remaining cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour in melted coconut oil or butter and 1/3 cup maple syrup. Stir until the mixture is clumpy and evenly moistened.
- Scatter the oat mixture over the apples, covering the surface without packing it down too hard.
Baking
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until the topping is golden and the apples are bubbling. If browning too fast, tent with foil for the last 10 minutes.
Serving
- Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, plain or with Greek yogurt or vanilla frozen yogurt.
Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 325°F for best texture.