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Apple crisp is a delicious seasonal baked dessert that consists of stewed apples with a grain free streusel topping that’s made with ground almonds. Totally foolproof and a family favourite! Plus no oats are needed to yield that perfect crumbly topping.

If I told you that you could make this gluten free apple crisp in less than 30 minutes, would you believe me? Well believe it or not it’s true.

Apple crisp which is known as apple crumble in the UK is very simple to make and flavourful. This recipe contains no flour and is free from oats . Plus it’s grain and dairy free topping makes it suitable for paleo,vegan and gluten free lifestyles.

For me this gluten free apple crisp recipe evokes memories of my childhood, apple desserts; be it pudding or pie they were a staple treat growing up.

You know it’s officially apple season when you see an abundance of apple recipes including smoothies

Although I wasn’t too fond of the thick warm custard that my mother would whip up and pour over my dessert.

Is apple crisp gluten free?

Yes, traditionally the topping mixture consists of sugar, butter and flour. The flour that is used is typically wheat free but nowadays there so many recipes out there (including mine) that adjust to be gluten free.

Apple crisp without oats

Many apple crisp/crumble recipes have a tendency to call for oats. Oats are great for creating a crumbly topping plus they are naturally gluten free too.

While I do enjoy a good apple crisp with an oaty topping I’ve grown fond of using ground almonds to make a good foolproof high in fat and protein topping.

Stewing the apples and topping preparation

If you love the taste of soft juicy apples then I would definitely suggest chopping up the apples and stewing them for several minutes.

I personally prefer to make my apple crisp this way because it’s soooo much more flavoursome. You do loose some of the volume of apple which is why I always add an extra 1-2 apples to compensate.

Once the apple have cooked down then toss them into a baking dish just spread them out evenly and flat so everything is level.

The topping requires a pair of hands to create that crumble mix. It’s very simple to make but you need COLD butter that has been cut into small cubes in order for the crumble to uphold.

It’s merely a case of combining the cold butter with the ground almonds, coconut sugar and spices. Then using the pads of your fingers to breakdown the butter into the dry ingredients.

Ingredients you will need

Ground almonds

Butter, cold and cut into small cubes

Apples (Granny smith, gala, pink lady pick your poison!)

Coconut sugar

cinnamon nutmeg

Serving suggestions

Ice cream

Custard

Simply on its own!!

The steps

Melt the butter in the sauce pan along with the coconut sugar, cinnamon and water

Cook the apples until tender this should take roughly 10 minutes then drain off any excess liquid

Toss the apples into a oven proof pyrex dish then add the coconut sugar, cold butter, nutmeg, cinnamon and ground almonds into a medium sized bowl

Combine the butter with the grounds almonds using your finger tips and create a crumbly mixture

Sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples evenly then bake for 10 minutes or until golden

I’m allergic to nuts, what can I use instead?

If you have a nut allergy that you will need to use a combination of gluten free flour and oats (roll or old fashioned works). Just use half and half.

What other apples can you use?

Granny smith apples, honey crisp apples, red or golden delicious, bramley apples

Can you add additional fruit or nuts to the apple crisp?

Yes, add raisins, blueberries, blackberries, rhubarb, cranberries, pear, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds etc…

It is okay to use almond flour instead of almond meal?

Yes, you can use almond flour if you don’t care you use almond meal

Can you leave the skin on the apples?

I wouldn’t recommend it because the skin is quite tough and it won’t break down while the apples are stewing. It’s best to peel the apples first.

Can you make this dessert ahead of time?

You can make the actual recipe the day before and refrigerate it. Alternatively, you can prepare the base only by stewing the apples, allow them to cool, refrigerate it. Then make the crumbly topping when you need it.

Notes and tips

Any leftover needs to be tightly wrapped with cling film or saran wrap and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Re-heat any leftover crisp if you don’t care to eat it cold.

if you don’t care to eat it cold. Any apples are suitable to use for this dessert (I used gala apples)

to use for this dessert (I used gala apples) I DON’T recommend freezing this dessert as the apples become too mushy and don’t hold up during re-heating

as the apples become too mushy and don’t hold up during re-heating The overall sweetness is subtle if you want a super sweet apple crisp then use more sweetener. It’s always best to do a taste test of the topping as you go along and adjust if needed

if you want a super sweet apple crisp then use more sweetener. It’s always best to do a taste test of the topping as you go along and adjust if needed Use erythritol, monkfruit , stevia or sucralose for a low carb sweetener option

Sit the chopped apples in salt water as you work your way through peeling and chopping each apple

as you work your way through peeling and chopping each apple Use an ovenproof pyrex dish – mine is 8 x 6 inches

Make sure the butter is COLD in order to make the crumble

in order to make the crumble Drain off any excess liquid so there isn’t a layer of liquid/apples sitting in the pie dish

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No Oats Gluten Free Apple Crisp Apple crisp is a seasonal family favourite dessert that's vegan friendly and grain free 5 from 1 vote Print Pin Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 servings Calories: 457 kcal Author: Charla Ingredients 6 apples 6 apples

1/2 tsp of cinnamon 1/2 tsp of cinnamon

1 tbsp of dairy free butter 1 tbsp of dairy free butter

3 tbsp of coconut sugar Use erythritol, stevia or sucralose for a low carb option 3 tbsp of coconut sugar Use erythritol, stevia or sucralose for a low carb option

1 tbsp of water 1 tbsp of water For the topping 1 cup of ground almonds 1 cup of ground almonds

1/3 cup of coconut sugar 1/3 cup of coconut sugar

1/3 cup of cold dairy free butter cubed 1/3 cup of cold dairy free butter cubed

1/2 tsp of cinnamon 1/2 tsp of cinnamon

1/4 tsp of nutmeg 1/4 tsp of nutmeg Instructions Preheat the oven to 180c/ 356f/gas mark 4.

Now peel, core and chop the apples. After peeling let the apples sit in a bowl of water with a 1 tsp of Himalayan pink salt in a bowl of water. This method will prevent the apples from browning quickly.

Once the apples have been peeled, rinse the apples and discard the salt water

On medium heat, melt the butter in a medium sized saucepan, then stir in the coconut sugar and cinnamon and finally pour the apples into the saucepan along with the water

Reduce the heat and gently simmer the apples for 10 minutes, stirring thoroughout so nothing sticks to the bottom.

Once cooked down drain off any excess liquid in a colander

Toss the apples into a heat proof pyrex or pie dish

Prepare the topping by adding all of the listed ingredients into a medium sized bowl

Use the pads of your finger tips to rub the cold butter in with the coconut sugar, spices and ground almonds until a crumbly texture has been achieved.

Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly all over the stewed apples

Baking in the oven for about 10 minutes or until slightly golden brown Notes Any leftover needs to be tightly wrapped with cling film or saran wrap and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Re-heat any leftover crisp if you don't care to eat it cold.

if you don't care to eat it cold. Any apples are suitable to use for this dessert (I used gala apples)

to use for this dessert (I used gala apples) I DON'T recommend freezing this dessert as the apples become too mushy and don't hold up during re-heating

as the apples become too mushy and don't hold up during re-heating The overall sweetness is subtle if you want a super sweet apple crisp then use more sweetener. It's always best to do a taste test of the topping as you go along and adjust if needed

if you want a super sweet apple crisp then use more sweetener. It's always best to do a taste test of the topping as you go along and adjust if needed Use erythritol, monkfruit , stevia or sucralose for a low carb sweetener option

Sit the chopped apples in salt water as you work your way through peeling and chopping each apple

as you work your way through peeling and chopping each apple Use an ovenproof pyrex dish - mine is 8 x 6 inches

Make sure the butter is COLD in order to make the crumble

in order to make the crumble Drain off any excess liquid so there isn't a layer of liquid/apples sitting in the pie dish Nutrition Calories: 457 kcal | Carbohydrates: 62 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 24 g | Saturated Fat: 3 g | Sodium: 157 mg | Potassium: 292 mg | Fiber: 9 g | Sugar: 44 g | Vitamin A: 147 IU | Vitamin C: 13 mg | Calcium: 60 mg | Iron: 1 mg Tried this Recipe? Tag me Today! Mention @ThatGirlCooksHealthy or tag #ThatGirlCooksHealthy