Healthy Apple Crisp Recipe
This healthy apple crisp recipe is easy to make and tastes warm and comforting. This dessert combines sweet baked apples with a crispy oat crumble—completely gluten-free. You don’t need any special tools or solid steps. An easy gluten-free apple crisp that tastes amazing no matter the season.
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling
• Start with five medium apples, peeled and sliced.
• 2 tbsp of maple syrup works, or substitute 3 tbsp of coconut sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder (optional)
For the Crisp Topping
• 1 cup certified gluten-free oats
• ½ cup almond flour (or GF flour)
• ⅓ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
Instructions
1. Begin by warming the oven to 350°F (175°C) and preparing an 8-inch square pan with cooking spray.
2. Mix the apples with syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and starch, then pour into your prepared dish.
3. In a second bowl, blend the dry ingredients—oats, flour, sugar, and nuts. Add coconut oil and mix lightly until you get a loose, sandy texture. Sprinkle topping over apples.
4. Pop it in the oven for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and bubbling at the edges.
5. Let cool for 10–15 minutes and serve warm.
Notes
- Crisp apples work best—they keep their texture during baking.
- Mix the topping well so that the butter or oil coats all the dry ingredients evenly.
- Taste your apples before baking. If the apples taste too sour, sprinkle in extra sugar to balance them.
- Allow it to rest briefly post-baking—this helps the flavors meld. That helps the topping become firmer.
- You can serve the crisp with dairy-free ice cream or plain yogurt for extra taste.