Apple Oat Crumble
A warm, rustic dessert made with sliced apples and a crunchy oat topping, perfect for brunch or a cozy evening treat.
Ingredients
For the filling
- 4 cups sliced apples (about 3–4 medium apples; tart varieties like Granny Smith or Braeburn hold up well)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup (use less if apples are very sweet)
For the crumble topping
- 1 cup rolled oats (use old-fashioned oats for texture; not quick oats)
- 1/2 cup almond flour or whole wheat flour (almond flour for richness, whole wheat for heartiness)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or butter (melted; butter for richer flavor)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Toss the sliced apples with the 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and optionally 1–2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, stir together the rolled oats, almond or whole wheat flour, remaining honey or syrup, salt, and the melted coconut oil or butter until the mixture clumps slightly.
- Spread the apple mixture in an even layer in a baking dish (8x8 inch or similar).
- Sprinkle and spread the oat crumble over the apples so the topping covers them evenly.
Baking
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the topping turns golden and the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Let the crumble cool for 10 minutes before serving so the filling sets a bit.
Notes
To make this gluten-free, ensure your oats are certified gluten-free and use almond flour. To lower sugars, reduce the sweetener to 2 tablespoons or omit. Serve warm with ice cream or yogurt for a delightful treat.