Gluten Free Apple Crisp
Apple crisp is one of my all time favorite recipes to make during this time of year. As the weather cools down and apples come into season, I love how this recipe is sweet, delicious, cozy, and makes your house smell like fall. It’s great for having people over or just keeping on hand for a yummy and guilt-free evening dessert!
Today, I’m sharing my favorite Healthy Apple Crisp recipe with you guys and I know that you’ll love it! It has all of the amazing and yummy fall flavors that a regular apple crisp has, but it’s lightened up and perfect for a wholesome treat. Make this vegan, easy apple crisp recipe in just 30 minutes!
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Healthy Apple Crisp Ingredients
This recipe only requires a few simple ingredients! Here’s what you’ll need:
- Apples – Gala apples work great in this recipe!
- Rolled Oats – Old-fashioned rolled oats are best for apple crisp recipes.
- Oat Flour – One of the healthy swaps in this apple crisp is oat flour instead of regular! You can purchase pre-made oat flour (which I highly recommend), or you can make your own by blending oats into a flour-like texture.
- Sliced Almonds – Almonds, walnuts, or pecans are all great options.
- Coconut Oil – I love using coconut oil in healthy fall desserts, but regular or vegan butter works great, too!
- Maple Syrup + Brown Sugar – A combination of maple syrup and brown sugar sweeten this recipe to perfection in a wholesome way!
- Cinnamon + Vanilla – A dash of cinnamon and vanilla brings the perfect amount of fall flavors to this apple crisp recipe.
What Types of Apples Are Best for an Apple Crisp Recipe?
Honeycrisp or Gala apples are perfect for apple crisp or apple crumble recipes, since they have a “crisp” texture. However, other types of apples work great, too!
How to Slice Apples for Apple Crisp?
Thin apple slices typically work best apple crisp recipes! You can also cut the apple slices into small cubes, if desired.
TIP: Use this apple slicer, then cut the slices in half to quickly make thin apple slices for this healthy apple crisp recipe!
How to Make Apple Crisp (Gluten Free)
- Mix rolled oats with flour, sliced almonds, coconut oil, cinnamon, brown sugar, and a little bit of maple syrup for the topping.
- Soak sliced apples in a mixture of maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and a little bit of flour to create the filling.
- Place the filling in a baking pan, pie dish, or tart dish, then top with the rolled oat topping.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes and enjoy!
Topping Ideas for a Healthy Apple Crisp
- Sliced Almonds
- Pecan Halves
- Extra Brown Sugar
- Diary-Free Ice Cream
For the ice cream, I love using Halo Top (this sea salt caramel flavor is amazing) or this dairy-free almond milk ice cream!
Does apple crisp need to be refrigerated?
Yes. Apple crisp can be stored in its baking dish, covered, for about 1-2 days in the refrigerator. To store, let it cool completely. Add a cover or place in an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator for later!
If you’re making the apple crisp in advance, use Glad Press n’ Seal to store it covered in the fridge if you plan on reheating it later that day. This keeps it fresh and delicious! These containers are also perfect for if you are storing the crisp for several days.
How to Reheat
To reheat the apple crisp, simply pop it back into the oven for about 7-10 minutes (or until everything is warm). You can also reheat it in the microwave, but the oven definitely produces better results (since the microwave can make it a bit soggy)!
Can you freeze apple crisp?
Yes, apple crisp freezes really well! Let it cool completely, then cover the pan tightly with a couple of layers of foil or transfer portions to an airtight, freezer-safe container. It’ll keep well in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.
When ready to enjoy, let it thaw in the fridge overnight (or on the counter for a bit), then warm it back up in the oven (uncovered) at 350°F until heated through.
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Gluten Free Apple Crisp
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup oat flour
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (or pecan halves)
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- pinch of salt
- 2 Tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 3 medium apples
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions
Apple Crisp Topping
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Mix the rolled oats, rolled oat flour, sliced almonds, coconut oil, brown sugar, salt, 1 Tbsp of the cinnamon, and 2 Tbsp of the maple syrup together in a mixing bowl.
Apple Crisp Filling
- Slice the apples and combine with the remaining maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla.
- Pour the filling into a baking pan or tart dish.
- Top with the apple crisp topping.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes (or until the apples are soft).
- Top with ice cream (if desired) and serve warm!
Catherine says:
Yummy. I used regular flour, added minced fresh ginger to the apples and subbed maple syrup for honey. Used walnuts and sunflower seeds. It was cooked in 20 minutes as my oven runs hot and the apples were very thin. Great success, will make again
Jar Of Lemons replied:
I love your modifications! Thanks for the review, Catherine!
NATALIA says:
Already made this twice within a week! This is my absolute favorite apple crisp recipe! I definitely suggest that everyone makes this!
Anaiah says:
This apple crisp recipe is the absolute perfect healthy treat! I love that it is both gluten free and vegan. I’ll definitely be making this for the family often!
Chenée says:
I have a big haul of apples from picking and this apple crisp is next on my list! So many great flavors and it’s vegan and gluten free! Thanks for this recipe!
Amy Nash says:
Apple crisp is my favorite fall dessert! Love that this is a healthier version of it so I can eat it for breakfast the next morning without any guilt, lol.