Apple Crisp Cinnamon Oats (Printable)

Tender cinnamon-spiced apples topped with a golden oat-almond crumble, best served warm.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit Base

01 - 8 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
02 - 1/3 cup maple syrup
03 - 2 tablespoons arrowroot flour or cornstarch
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Crisp Topping

07 - 1 cup almond flour
08 - 1/2 cup coconut sugar or granulated sugar
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
11 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
12 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C) to prepare for baking.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with maple syrup, arrowroot flour or cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until evenly coated.
03 - Evenly spread the apple mixture into a 9 x 13-inch (23 x 33 cm) baking dish.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut sugar, cinnamon, and kosher salt.
05 - Cut the cold, cubed unsalted butter into the dry mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until coarse crumbs form.
06 - Stir the rolled oats into the butter and flour mixture until well combined.
07 - Sprinkle the oat and almond topping evenly over the prepared apples in the baking dish.
08 - Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes until the topping is golden brown and apples are tender and bubbling.
09 - Allow to cool slightly before serving warm, optionally accompanied by vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Feel the cozy warmth of cinnamon-spiced apples
  • Enjoy a gluten-free and vegetarian dessert
02 -
  • The topping can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to 2 days
  • For dairy-free options, vegan butter works well without compromising flavor
03 -
  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best balance of sweetness and acidity
  • Allow the crisp to cool slightly to let juices thicken before serving
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