Description
This Healthy Breakfast Apple Crumble is a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic dessert, perfect for starting your day with a warm, wholesome meal. Featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apples topped with a crunchy oat and nut crumble made from almond flour, shredded coconut, and coconut oil, this recipe is both gluten-free and naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup. Baked to golden perfection, it’s a comforting and guilt-free breakfast option that pairs beautifully with a dollop of yogurt.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Mixture
- 3 medium-sized apples (such as Granny Smith or Fuji), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or almonds)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the crumble evenly.
- Prepare Apples: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples with the lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and honey or maple syrup. Toss thoroughly until the apples are well coated with the mixture to enhance flavor and prevent browning.
- Arrange Apples: Transfer the coated apple mixture to a baking dish, spreading it evenly across the base to form a uniform layer.
- Mix Crumble Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix these dry ingredients well to evenly distribute flavors.
- Add Wet Ingredients to Crumble: Pour the melted coconut oil and vanilla extract into the oat mixture. Stir thoroughly until the mixture forms a crumbly texture suitable for topping.
- Top the Apples: Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples in the baking dish, covering them completely.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender, signaling a perfectly cooked crumble.
- Cool Down: Remove the apple crumble from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes to set and make serving easier.
- Serve: Serve the crumble warm, optionally with a dollop of yogurt for added creaminess and flavor, or enjoy it on its own as a wholesome breakfast treat.
Notes
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free when using certified gluten-free oats and almond flour.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey as the sweetener.
- You can substitute the chopped nuts with your favorite nuts or seeds to vary the texture and flavor.
- Serve with Greek yogurt or a plant-based yogurt alternative to add protein and creaminess.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
