Made with wholesome ingredients, this healthy apple crumble is addictively delicious and easy to make! Sweet apples get an upgrade with a little bit of maple syrup and a crumble topping!
Normally I'm a die-hard chocolate fan but come cold weather I crave apple desserts. There's just something warm, cozy, and satisfying about a healthy apple crumble!
Not only is this one made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, almond flour, and maple syrup, but it's scrummy too!
This healthy apple crisp is perfect if you apple pick religiously! We go every year and this crumble is what follows (or this applesauce!). I like to use Fuji, Honeycrisp, or a combination of apples.
Why you'll love this healthy apple crumble recipe:
- It's sweetened with coconut sugar and maple syrup!
- It's a breeze to make!
- Naturally vegan & gluten-free
- Topped with a buttery, crumb topping
Ingredients
This healthy apple oat crumble requires simple ingredients.
Apple Filling
Apples: Any apple variety works, but a sweeter variety requires less sugar. I used Fuji apples, but Gala, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady are great options. Granny smith apples will result in a much tarter filling.
Tapioca flour: Tapioca flour acts as a thickener for all the juices in this recipe. Cornstarch should work fine too.
Cinnamon: Cinnamon and apples are the perfect match! Apple pie spice is a great substitute too.
Maple syrup: A small amount of maple syrup adds the perfect sweetness for this crisp recipe.
Lemon juice: For best results, use fresh-squeezed lemon juice. It has a bright, acidic flavor that complements the sweetness of the apples.
Salt: A little bit of salt accentuates sweetness!
Healthy Crumble Topping
Almond flour: I love using this nutty flour in crisps and crumbles! This healthy flour has a great texture and taste. Don't replace it with whole wheat flour. It's not a 1:1 ratio and the recipe may not come out right.
Old-fashioned oats: Oats add fiber and a chewy texture to the crumb topping! If you have Celiac disease or gluten intolerance, be sure to use gluten-free labeled oats.
Coconut sugar: Coconut sugar has a caramel-like sweetness to it! Brown sugar works too.
Maple syrup: Maple syrup is less processed than white sugar and it contains minerals and antioxidants. It pairs perfectly with apples.
Salt: Don't forget the salt. It enhance all the sweet flavors.
How to make it
This healthy apple crumble with oats is incredibly simple to whip up. Here's how:
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven and spray your baking dish.
Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ingredients for the apple filling.
Mix together: Toss the apples until well coated with everything.
Pour into baking dish: Pour the apple mixture into the baking dish and spread it around evenly.
Make the topping: Combine the topping ingredients in a bowl. Use your hands to mix together until it forms a crumble.
Top apples: Spread the crumble evenly over the apples.
Bake: Bake the apple crumble with oats for 30 minutes. Carefully cover the crumble with aluminum foil to prevent the topping from getting too brown. Bake 35 more minutes.
Enjoy: Enjoy by itself or with vanilla ice cream!
Variations
- Nuts: Add ½ cup of chopped nuts to the crumble mixture. Pecans and walnuts are great options!
- Coconut oil: You can replace the coconut oil with butter or vegan butter.
FAQs
It's still a dessert, but this apple crumble is healthier than a traditional one. It's made with heart-healthy almond flour, fiber-rich oats, and maple syrup.
Recipe Tips
- I prefer to peel the apples, but you can leave the nutrient-rich peels on if you like!
- Top with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or coconut whipped cream for an indulgent treat!
- Don't forget to cover the baking dish with aluminum foil. This keeps the crumble from browning too quickly. Almond flour tends to brown up much quicker than traditional flour.
More delicious desserts to try!
- Almond Flour Banana Muffins
- Almond Flour Oatmeal Cookies
- Paleo Pumpkin Muffins
- Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies
- Healthy Baked Apples
Healthy Apple Crumble
Equipment
- 8-inch square baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups & spoons
Ingredients
For the filling:
- 5 Fuji apples, peeled & chopped
- 1 tablespoon tapioca flour
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
For the topping:
- ¾ cup almond flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅓ cup coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray an 8 by 8-inch baking dish with nonstick spray. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped apples, tapioca flour, cinnamon, maple syrup, lemon juice, and kosher salt. Toss until well combined.
- Pour the apple mixture into the greased baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the almond flour, rolled oats, coconut sugar, maple syrup, salt, and coconut oil. Use your hands to mix it together until it forms a crumble.
- Evenly top the apples with the crumble. Place the dish on the center rack of the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- Carefully tent the apple crumble with foil and then bake another 35 minutes, or until the apples are soft.
- Serve warm!
Nicole says
Since becoming gluten free almost 10 yrs ago I have madd a LOT of fruit crisps. I even tried this one before but did not have the coconut sugar or almond flour so I substituted maple syrup and gf baking mix. The original recipe is the best!! I did add 1 Tbl of coconut sugar and 1 tsp if vanilla extract to my apples. I also double the cinnamon making sure it is in the crumble mix and apples. I definitely will make this again.
LouAnn says
Any sub for that oil??
Applesauce?
Can’t have any oil.😉