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The Ultimate Healthy Apple Crumble

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 250
A delicious and wholesome apple crumble that combines hearty oats, warming cinnamon, and natural sweetness for a perfect healthy dessert.

Ingredients

Dough and topping

  • ¾ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ¼ cup whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup (room temperature)
  • 1 ½ tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Apple filling

  • 6 cups diced red apple (see Notes!)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • tsp ground nutmeg

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray an 8" square pan with nonstick spray.
  • Mix oats, flour, and cinnamon; add maple syrup and melted butter, stir to combine.
  • Toss apples with cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg until coated.
  • Spread apple mixture in pan, sprinkle topping evenly, breaking it into small pieces.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes until apples are tender. Cool, then refrigerate for 3 hours before serving.

Notes

For best results, break the topping into small pieces to ensure even coverage.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple, Crumble, Healthy