This Healthy Apple Crumble is a healthier twist on the classic recipe without comprising any flavour! It’s the perfect serving for one.
My Healthy Apple Crumble is a healthier twist on the classic recipe without comprising any flavour!
It’s a single serving for one, so it’s perfect when you feel like a dessert, but don’t want to bake a whole dish. It’s also a vegan recipe made with whole foods and no added sugar, making it a healthier option.
Apple Crumble is also known to be called Apple Crisp to many, which is basically the same thing. Think nice caramelized apples on the bottom which a crispy crumble on top 😋😋
You can either bake this Healthy Apple Crumble in the oven or cook in the microwave for an even faster option!
Either way that you cook this beauty, it’s a definite must try which I know you’ll love xx
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Ingredients to make Healthy Apple Crumble
- Apples are the star of the show! I love using pink lady apples but you can use granny smith apples or your favourite kind
- Cinnamon is used throughout the base and crumble for its beautiful aroma and earthy flavour
- Rolled oats are the base of the crumble. It’s best to use traditional rolled oats rather than quick oats which have a finer texture
- Flaked almonds are what I’ve used for a little crunch. You can also use chopped almonds, walnuts or any nuts
- Almond flour is added to help create the crumble which is also gluten free. You can also use whole wheat flour or plain flour, or oat flour
- Maple syrup is added for a touch of sweetness. You don’t need to add much as the apples are already sweet. I always like to use pure maple syrup which doesn’t have any preservatives or additives
- Coconut oil is added to the crumble mixture in replacement of butter
How to make Healthy Apple Crumble
Time needed: 25 minutes.
- Prepare apple mixture
Peel the apple and dice into small cubes and add to a bowl. Add maple syrup, cinnamon and water and mix together. Pour into a small ramekin and press down the top so it’s levelled nice and compact.
- Prepare the crumble
Add all the crumble ingredients in a bowl and mix together so it’s all nicely coated.
Pour the crumble topping on top of the apples so they’re all covered - Time to Cook
Bake at 180°C/350°F in a preheated oven for 22-25 minutes or microwave for 2-3 minutes. The apples should be soft if you stick a toothpick or fork inside
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and enjoy your perfect dessert!
Tips to make Healthy Apple Crumble Recipe
- Make sure to use a microwave safe or oven safe ramekin, depending on the cooking method you choose
- I prefer peeling my apple as I find the skin can be a little chewy however you can leave it on if you prefer
- Ensure you push the apples down slightly into the ramekin so that they are compact and can steam and cook this way
- When making the crumble, you can use your fingers to combine the ingredients together to create a crumble type of texture
FAQs
Substitute brown sugar with pure maple syrup as an alternative
My recipe for apple crumble is a much healthier version as it doesn't contain any added sugar, butter and is made with whole foods
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Recipe
Healthy Apple Crumble
Ingredients
- 1 small apple
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon water
Crumble
- 2 tablespoon rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon almond flour / or preferred flour
- 1 tablespoon flaked almonds
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon melted coconut oil
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
Garnish
- A scoop of your favourite vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Peel the apple and dice into small cubes and add to a bowl.
- Add maple syrup, cinnamon and water and mix together. Pour into a small ramekin and press down the top so it’s levelled nice and compact
- Add all the crumble ingredients in a bowl and mix together well so it’s all nicely coated
- Pour the crumble topping on top of the apples so they’re all covered
Oven Baked
- Bake in a 180°C/350°F preheated oven for 22-25 minutes (time will depend on oven strength). The top should be nice and golden, the apples should be soft if you stick a toothpick or fork inside
Microwave
- Cook in the microwave for 2-3 minutes (depending on strength and wattage)The apples should be soft if you stick a toothpick or fork inside
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and enjoy your perfect dessert
Roz
So yummy and easy! Guilt free too x
Ayeh
So happy you loved it Roz 🙂 xxx
Lillie Lyons
It was delicious!!! Instead of ice cream I used some plain Greek yogurt that I mixed with a little bit of sugar free butterscotch pudding mix and it was perfection! Super scrumptious! If you live in high altitude you may need to bake a little longer.
Ayeh Manfre
Oh yum love this! So happy you loved it xxx
nad
I loved it It's has the exact taste and texture of an apple crumble and so easy to make. Baked it in the oven and used apples and peaches topped with whipped cream. Thank you!!
Ayeh
Your picture looked so good dear! Adding peaches sounds so yummy too xx
Meg
I've been waiting for this for a while!!! SO happy that you created a version (a version I can trust haha!) Question - does the nutritional value include the ice cream or is it just for the apple crumble without the ice cream?
Ayeh
Awww thats so lovely to hear! It doesnt include the icecream dear as will depend on the brand and how much of it you will have.
Hope you love it! Make sure to share a pic with me xxx
Aki
I made your Apple Crumble for the dessert after dinner yesterday.
It tasted sooo good!!
Thank you for sharing lovely recipe for us Ayeh
Ayeh
You are so welcome dear, so happy you loved it too xxx
Batool
Made the apple crumble and it tasted soo good and delicious.. It was soo easy to make and satisfied my sweet tooth after dinner..
Ayeh
Yayy so happy you loved it dear! It hits the spot doesnt it 🙂
Susanne
Very easy recipe, simple, tasty, delicious and easily to change for own preferences. Thank you! 🙂
Ayeh
You're most welcome Susanne, so glad to hear 🙂
Komal Arora
Can we use instant cooking steel cut oats instead of rolled oats?
Ayeh
They wont turn out as crispy dear at the top but they can still work xxx
Bhumi Choithani
Loved the recipe!❣️
Ayeh
Yay so happy to hear dear xxx
Ashley
This is so delicious . I made it already last month and making it right now as I comment this! 100% recommend!!
Ayeh
Oh yay this is so lovely to hear Ashley! x