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This Apple Crisp recipe is a warm, comforting dessert featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apples topped with a crunchy, nutty oat and pecan topping. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and enhanced with dried cranberries and almond butter, it offers a wholesome twist on the classic crisp, perfect for cozy gatherings or a delightful treat any time of year.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling
- 6 medium apples (peeled, cored, and coarsely chopped, approximately 12 cups)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon brown rice flour
For the Crisp Topping
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup brown rice flour
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup almond butter
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) to warm up while you prepare the apple filling and topping.
- Prepare the Apple Filling: In a large bowl, gently combine the chopped apples with ¼ cup maple syrup, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, dried cranberries, and 1 tablespoon brown rice flour. Mix carefully to coat the apples evenly without breaking them down. Spread this mixture evenly in a 9″ x 12″ casserole dish.
- Make the Topping: In the same bowl, mix together the rolled oats, brown rice flour, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and ½ cup maple syrup. Incorporate the almond butter into this mixture by cutting it in with a pastry blender or your hands until the mixture holds together and is crumbly.
- Assemble the Crisp: Evenly spread the oat and nut topping over the apple mixture in the casserole dish, covering all the fruit.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, checking that the apples are fork tender and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the apple crisp from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld and prevent burns.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for better texture and flavor contrast.
- For a nuttier taste, toast the pecans lightly before adding them to the topping.
- This crisp is naturally gluten-free if using certified gluten-free oats and brown rice flour.
- Serve with dairy-free whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
