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Healthy Easy Apple Crisp Recipe

Published: Sep 30, 2021 · by Demeter | Beaming Baker 38 Comments · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Healthy Apple Crisp: this healthy easy apple crisp recipe yields delicious crisp topping and warm apple filling for a guilt-free dessert made with healthy ingredients!

Healthy Apple Crisp: this healthy easy apple crisp recipe yields delicious crisp topping and warm apple filling for a guilt-free dessert made with healthy ingredients! #Healthy #Apple #Crisp | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Apple crisp: one of my least favorite desserts as a child. Healthy apple crisp: one of my favorite healthy desserts as an adult. <– It’s called growing up, ya know? Lol.

What’s your favorite healthy dessert now that you used to despise as a child? For some, it might be oatmeal raisin cookies, for others it’s pumpkin bread, for other others, it’d be healthy granola. (I mean, as a bonafide “a-dult,” you totally start counting things like healthy granola as a dessert, know what I mean?)

It’s just, when I was a kid, if it had any kind of fruits in it, I did not think it qualified as a dessert. Then, as an adult, I realized that I was so not friggin’ right—and that if I simply tweaked said fruit recipe, let’s say, an apple crisp—that I could make it exactly how I liked it.

healthy easy apple crisp recipe

So guess what I did? I made this healthy apple crisp recipe exactly how you and I like it—super crisp topping with mouthwatering crunch factor, and warm, ooey, gooey filling that’s just the right amount of sweet, juicy and deliciously spiced.

To make this easy healthy apple crisp recipe, ya know, actually healthy, I made sure the juicy, sweet apples were the true star of this apple crisp recipe. I used as little sweetener as possible, and stuck to the healthy, whole ingredients you know and love.

Are you ready to make this? Let’s do it!

How to Make Healthy Apple Crisp

Learn how to make healthy apple crisp the easy way! Check out the simple steps below:

Stir

Stir together all of the healthy apple crisp filling ingredients in a large bowl: apples, coconut sugar, maple syrup, almond flour, spices, vanilla and water. Mix all ingredients together until apples are fully coated.

Pour

Pour the yummy apple crisp filling into a prepared baking pan. 

Top

Now, stir together all healthy apple crisp topping ingredients in a small mixing bowl: nuts, coconut, oats, flaxseed, coconut sugar, coconut oil and maple syrup. Sprinkle this topping over the apple filling. 

Bake

Bake your apple crisp for about 45 minutes, until the crisp topping is a deep golden brown and the liquid in the apple filling is thickened.

Cool & Enjoy

Cool just enough to eat—you wanna eat this healthy apple crisp while it’s wonderfully warm! 😉 Enjoy the best healthy apple crisp ever!

Healthy Apple Crisp: this healthy easy apple crisp recipe yields delicious crisp topping and warm apple filling for a guilt-free dessert made with healthy ingredients! #Healthy #Apple #Crisp | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Healthy Ingredients for a Delicious Healthy Apple Crisp 

What kind of health benefits come from the healthy ingredients used in today’s healthy apple crisp? Check it out below:

Apples

Ahh… apples, the star of the show! When developing this recipe, I made sure to use ingredients that only highlighted the delicious, nutritious flavor of apples. You’ll enjoy 4 whole cups of apples in today’s healthy apple crisp recipe. With just 1 medium apple [1], you can expect 4 grams of fiber, 14% of the RDI (reference daily intake) of Vitamin C and 2-6% of nutrients including potassium, Vitamin K, manganese, copper and more.

Oats

Oats, wonderful oats, how many ways can we count the health benefits of oats? 🙂 Oats can be helpful in keeping you full longer, improving heart health, and are nutrient-rich in zinc, fiber, magnesium and more. [2]

Almond Flour & Nuts

With over ¾ cups of nuts and almond flour [3], this healthy apple crisp recipe is packed with healthy fats, fiber and other beneficial nutrients [4].

Coconut, Coconut Oil, Coconut Sugar

Coconut is one of my favorite ingredients to use because it’s fiber-rich [5], low in carbs and high in MCT’s, which can lead to improved brain function [6] and longer lasting fullness [7]. Yes, coconut oil and coconut sugar should be eaten in moderation, so I’ve included just 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. 😉

To keep sugar down, I made sure to include as little as possible, while still keeping this healthy apple crisp just-right sweet. There’s just 3 tablespoons of sweetener in the filling, and just 2.5 tablespoons in the topping.

Flaxseed

Flaxseed is one of those nutrient-rich [8] superfoods you hear about everywhere! But how do you incorporate it into your diet? I’ve found that adding a bit to this recipe and a bit to that recipe really adds up throughout the day. Flaxseed is another fiber-rich [9], low carb ingredient that’s packed with heart-healthy fatty acids [10] that can help to lower cholesterol.

Unbelievably crisp topping with a warm, gooey apple filling makes for the best healthy apple crisp recipe!

Healthy Apple Crisp: this healthy easy apple crisp recipe yields delicious crisp topping and warm apple filling for a guilt-free dessert made with healthy ingredients! #Healthy #Apple #Crisp | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Recommended Tools for the Best Healthy Apple Crisp

  • Unsweetened Coconut Chips: One of my favorite healthy ingredients to use, and the secret to achieving a delightfully crispy healthy apple crisp topping.
  • Stoneware Baking Dish: Such a beautiful baking pan that is also perfect to serve in!
  • Blanched Almond Flour: Speaking of secret ingredients, this is another way I get the perfect just-right gooey texture for the interior of my healthy apple crisp. Such a versatile ingredient!
  • Where to Buy Ingredients + Tools: Pecans | Blanched Almond Flour | Coconut Sugar | Raw Coconut Chips | 4 Event Timer | Apple Corer & Slicer | Fruit Peeler | 4oz Prep Bowls

So whaddya say? Are you ready to make at least two batches of this easy healthy apple crisp? Let’s do it! You know I absolutely love hearing from you—be sure to comment below with your thoughts! I’m so thankful that you’re here, sharing in these incredible kitchen moments with me and your loved ones. ‘Til the next one…

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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Healthy Apple Crisp: this healthy easy apple crisp recipe yields delicious crisp topping and warm apple filling for a guilt-free dessert made with healthy ingredients! #Healthy #Apple #Crisp | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

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Easy Healthy Apple Crisp + Fall Recipes

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Healthy Apple Crisp: this healthy easy apple crisp recipe yields delicious crisp topping and warm apple filling for a guilt-free dessert made with healthy ingredients! #Healthy #Apple #Crisp | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Healthy Easy Apple Crisp Recipe


★★★★★

5 from 14 reviews

  • Author: Demeter | Beaming Baker
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 servings 1x
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Healthy Apple Crisp: this healthy easy apple crisp recipe yields delicious crisp topping and warm apple filling for a guilt-free dessert made with healthy ingredients!


Ingredients

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Healthy Apple Crisp Filling

  • 4 cups apple slices, peeled and thinly sliced* (about 3 medium apples)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon blanched almond flour
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1–3 tablespoons water (optional)

Healthy Crisp Topping

  • ¾ cup nuts, chopped
  • ½ cup unsweetened coconut chips
  • ¼ cup gluten free rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons golden ground flaxseed
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt (optional)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons coconut sugar
  • 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch square baking pan with coconut oil. This is the pan I used. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, add all Apple Crisp Filling ingredients: apples, coconut sugar, maple syrup, almond flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla extract. Using a rubber spatula, stir and fold until apples are fully coated and sugar mostly has dissolved. If your mixture isn’t very wet, add in water—you’ll want to see 1-2 tablespoons liquid at the bottom of your mixing bowl. I used 2 ½ tablespoons water in mine.
  3. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use the spatula to smooth apples into an even layer.
  4. Add all Healthy Crisp Topping ingredients to a small bowl. Using a fork, stir and fold until well mixed. Pour topping evenly over apples. Once evenly spread, press down and pack the topping down firmly onto the apples—this will create a crispy, cohesive layer of topping.
  5. Bake for 40-60 minutes. Mine took 45 minutes. It’s done when the topping is a deep golden brown and the juice around the filling has thickened. To test, use a spoon to carefully lift up a corner of the crisp to see the juices. If it’s still watery, bake for another 5 minutes.
  6. Allow to cool for 10-15 mins. Serve warm with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream on top. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.

More Easy Healthy Apple Crisp + Fall Recipes

  • Paleo Apple Crisp with Coconut & Pecans
  • Vegan Gluten Free Cinnamon Apple Crisp with Oats
  • Vegan Gluten Free Blueberry Crisp
  • Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Equipment

8-inch Square Stoneware Dish, White

8-inch Square Stoneware Dish, White

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Apple Corer & Slicer

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Blanched Almond Flour, Finely Sifted 1lb

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Raw Coconut Chips

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Coconut Sugar 3pk

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Golden Ground Flaxseed

Golden Ground Flaxseed

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Notes

Where to Buy Ingredients + Tools: Pecans | Blanched Almond Flour | Coconut Sugar | Raw Coconut Chips | 4 Event Timer | Apple Corer & Slicer | Fruit Peeler | 4oz Prep Bowls

*I like to use a mix of apples: Braeburn, Fuji, and Granny Smith.

Storage Notes: Cover with foil and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat before serving. Best if served immediately.

  • Prep Time: 25 min
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Category: Dessert, Snack, Breakfast
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: healthy apple crisp

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  1. Debby says

    December 9, 2022

    Can I make ahead of time and freeze unbaked in the pan? To be baked at a later time?

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 9, 2022

      Hi Debby. I wouldn’t recommend making ahead, even with freezing, as the apples will likely start to brown and lose their crispness. For the best results, it should be made day of. Hope this helps! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Marjorie says

    December 7, 2021

    This was so tasty for being healthy! I really enjoyed the flavors and look forward to making it for family gatherings.

    Reply
  3. Amanda Livesay says

    October 12, 2021

    I love that I can have my favorite dessert without guilt! It’s so delicious!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      October 18, 2021

      Exactly! Life is so much better when you can skip the guilt, right? 😉

      Reply
  4. Sandra says

    October 1, 2021

    Everyone at my house loved this! A new fall favorite treat!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      October 11, 2021

      Yay! So happy to hear it!

      Reply
  5. Erin | Dinners, Dishes and Dessert says

    October 1, 2021

    This Healthy Apple Crisp looks totally awesome!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  6. Erin | Dinners, Dishes and Dessert says

    October 1, 2021

    This Apple Crisp is so pretty! Love the recipe too!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      October 1, 2021

      Haha thanks Erin!

      Reply
  7. Beth says

    October 1, 2021

    This is so incredibly delicious. My family just loves it and I can feel good about feeding it to them. Thanks for all the tasty healthy recipes.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      October 1, 2021

      Isn’t it the best when you can feel good about what you eat? 🙂 Happy to know it’s a hit with the fam!

      Reply
  8. Allyson Zea says

    October 1, 2021

    I loved every bite of this apple crisp! It was so tasty and perfect for fall

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      October 1, 2021

      Yay! I’m so thrilled you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  9. Amanda says

    September 30, 2021

    Perfect time of the year for this healthy snack!

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      October 1, 2021

      Couldn’t agree more Amanda! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Claire says

    October 2, 2020

    Any recommendations on what I can substitute the almond flour with? Spelt flour maybe? Doesn’t have to be GF. I can already taste it – ooey and gooey, right out of the oven with a heaping scoop of vanilla ice cream – yum!

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      October 3, 2020

      Hi Claire! If nuts are okay you could use almond meal. If not, sunflower seed meal might work for you. Hope this helps!

      Reply
  11. Christian says

    September 27, 2020

    Thanks for your interesting recipe. It’s really healthy and tasty. I like the sound when it coconut cris. The cinnamon makes this apple crisp rich flavor.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 28, 2020

      You’re so welcome Christian!

      Reply
  12. Mindy Fewless says

    September 26, 2020

    I love that that is healthy and delicious!! So good!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 26, 2020

      The perfect combo imo 😉 Thanks Mindy!

      Reply
  13. Lisalia says

    September 26, 2020

    I am HERE for this healthy apple crisp! Especially because I love to have it for breakfast. So so good.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 26, 2020

      LOL I know, is there anything better than stating your day off with some homemade apple crisp? 😋😊

      Reply
  14. Matt Taylor says

    September 26, 2020

    I love apple crisps! This is an amazing healthier version. 🙂 So easy to make too.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 28, 2020

      Yes! Easy and healthy is what I’m all about! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Kara says

    September 26, 2020

    Delicious healthy dessert. Being gluten free and dairy free and low sugar, everyone can eat it, which makes it perfect for taking to potlucks or holiday dinners.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 26, 2020

      Exactly! This time of year, a healthy apple crisp is the perfect thing to enjoy!

      Reply
  16. Ashley F. says

    September 26, 2020

    The perfect way to use up those fresh apples that we picked! This was delicious and so easy to make!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 28, 2020

      Oh I’ll bet those hand-picked apples will be amazing in this!

      Reply
  17. Glenda says

    September 26, 2020

    I really like these recipes and looking forward to more

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 26, 2020

      Oh thank you so much Glenda! 😊💕

      Reply
  18. Jess says

    September 26, 2020

    This is the perfect recipe for Fall. Love the crispy topping.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 26, 2020

      The topping is my favorite! 😋

      Reply
  19. Amy says

    September 26, 2020

    This looks like a lovely dessert, love that it’s healthy too!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 26, 2020

      I know, makes it easier to enjoy seconds! 😄

      Reply
  20. Lauren Vavala says

    September 26, 2020

    Apple crisp is on of my all time favorite fall desserts. I love this healthier version!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 28, 2020

      Same here! 😋 It’s just such a wonderful way to bring in all the fall feels!

      Reply

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