This healthy apple crisp recipe tops baked cinnamon apples with a crispy crumble topping and is packed with healthy ingredients!
Why We Love This Healthy Apple Crisp Recipe
- Sweet, spicy, soft, crunchy and buttery all in the same dessert.
- save you on thrice amount of sugar A traditional apple crisp.
- Low fat, whole grain, egg free, high fiber, and less than 200 calories per serving!
- Topped with creamy vanilla ice cream, it’s perfect for winter or summer.
- This lighter version of the classic is simple to make with just a few basic ingredients.
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Step-by-step recipe video
Main ingredients of apple dessert
oats: The topping calls for whole grain rolled oats. You can substitute quick oats if you have what you have in your pantry. Do not use instant or steel cut oats. To try a gluten-free apple crisp, buy certified gluten-free oats or substitute rolled quinoa flakes.
flour: I love spelled powder in this healthy dessert. Alternatively, you can use almond flour for a soft, buttery crunch. Whole wheat flour, white all-purpose flour, or all-purpose gluten-free flour also work. If you want to get a moist, soft, chewy crunch rather than a dry one, it’s best to avoid coconut flour.
applesauce: The recipe gives you the option of using coconut oil or unsalted butter for a more buttery topping. Or skip the fat and enjoy a crunchy, low-calorie apple dessert with sweet or unsweetened applesauce or mashed bananas. To make vegan apples crispy without cholesterol, use dairy-free butter, coconut oil, or applesauce.
sweetener: Just 2 tablespoons of sweetener is enough to complement the fruit’s natural sweetness. This can be pure maple syrup, honey, brown sugar, or a sugar-free substitute. I like to use unrefined cane sugar (also known as turbinado) in my oatmeal crunchy topping. However, if you prefer, you can choose regular sugar or sugar-free granular erythritol or xylitol.
cinnamon: Mixing 1.5 teaspoons of ground cinnamon into apple pie filling intensifies the sweet cinnamon flavor and also provides a small dose of antioxidants. If you like, try adding some grated ginger or cardamom.
salt: A pinch of salt adds depth of character to the flavor without any additional fat or calories. Even with the addition of salt, this recipe is low in sodium.
What kind of apples should I use?
You will need 6 cups of sliced apples. Varieties suitable for baking include Fuji, Gala, Pink Lady, Honeycrisp or Braeburn.
Granny Smith green apples are also a great choice.
I do not recommend Red Delicious apples for this recipe or cooking in general. This is because they tend to turn mushy when baked and do not caramelize in the oven.
For a fun twist on the recipe, replace up to 2 cups of apples with other fresh or frozen fruit, such as cherries, peaches, raspberries, or blueberries.
Still want to eat an apple? Try using air fryer apples
How to Make the Best Healthy Apples Crisp
- You can peel the apples or leave the skins on for added fiber. If you are peeling them, do so at this time. Then slice or cube (as desired) and discard the core and seeds.
- Preheat oven to 375°F or 190°C. Grease an 11 x 8-inch rectangular baking pan or similarly sized pan. Set this dish aside for now.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples, maple syrup or desired sweetener, cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Stir until the dry ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Using a spoon or spatula, spread the cinnamon apples into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- Using the same mixing bowl or a new mixing bowl, stir together the rolled oats, flour, sugar, and remaining salt until well combined. Add applesauce, softened butter, or coconut oil to make a crispy pastry dough.
- Sprinkle the butter crumbles over the apples in the pan. Place pan on center rack of preheated oven.
- Bake for 45 minutes. Then cover the top of the baking dish with tin foil or a cookie sheet. Continue baking for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the crunchy topping is lightly golden.
- Enjoy hot, or let leftovers cool before placing them in the refrigerator.
- This easy apple recipe will keep covered and refrigerated for up to 5 days, or frozen in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave or in a pot on the stovetop, then serve them to guests in bowls or plates. These healthy fruit crisps are delicious served cold, topped with sticky caramel sauce and a scoop of almond milk ice cream or coconut ice cream.
health benefits
High in fiber content. This recipe contains over 20% of your RDA of fiber and is also rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, B vitamins, magnesium and zinc. Additionally, it excellent source of ironJust one serving contains more than 35% of the recommended daily intake.
It can stabilize blood sugar. Superfood whole grain oats have been shown in studies to reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering blood sugar and cholesterol levels. It may also help keep blood sugar levels steady. improve digestion.
A healthier alternative to cakes and cookies. If you’re looking for a sweet treat to end the evening, these nutritious apple crisps have more to offer. Vitamins, Minerals, Antioxidants Rather than highly processed packaged snacks and desserts full of high-fructose corn syrup and artificial ingredients.
Amazing amount of protein. Dividing the 150-calorie serving into eight, the crisps provide close to 4 grams of protein. If you double your serving, you’ll get nearly 8 grams of protein during each serving. It is low in calories and low in saturation. It’s fatter than what you’ll find in most typical desserts.
Recipes are from my Blueberry Crisp and this Healthy Apple Pie .
1. Start by peeling the apples. Or, if you prefer, leave the skins on. Cube or chop as desired and discard core and seeds.
2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 11×8-inch baking pan or similarly sized pan. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine apples, maple syrup or sweetener, cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon salt and stir well.
4. Spread the healthy apple crunch filling into the prepared pan.
5. In the same mixing bowl or a new bowl, add the oats, flour, sugar, and remaining salt and stir until well combined. Cut into softened butter, coconut oil, or applesauce to make a crispy dough.
6. Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the cinnamon apples. Bake on the center rack of the oven for 45 minutes.
7. Cover the top of the pan with foil or a rectangular cookie sheet. Bake for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the apples are soft and caramelized.
8. Serve hot with ice cream, if desired, or cool completely, covered, and refrigerate.
9. Leftover food can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or frozen in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
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