Description
Enjoy a warm, spiced apple crisp with a perfectly crunchy oat topping. This gluten-free dessert is easy to make, full of comforting flavors, and adaptable for vegan or dairy-free diets.
Ingredients
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For the Apple Filling:
- 6–7 apples (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
For the Crisp Topping:
- 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup butter or coconut oil, softened
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the Apple Filling – In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with lemon juice, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Transfer to the greased baking dish.
- Make the Crisp Topping – Mix oats, almond flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add butter or coconut oil and combine until crumbly. Stir in nuts if using.
- Assemble and Bake – Evenly distribute the topping over apples. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the apples are tender and the topping is golden.
- Cool and Serve – Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Dairy-Free/Vegan: Use coconut oil or plant-based butter.
- Nut-Free: Omit nuts and use oat flour instead of almond flour.
- Extra Crunch: Add shredded coconut or sunflower seeds.
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: gluten-free apple crisp, easy apple crisp, healthy apple crisp, dairy-free apple crisp, homemade apple crisp