The best vegan apple crumble recipe! Deliciously warm spiced apple filling meets crunchy nutty gluten-free topping for a perfect bake!
Winter calls for cozy and comforting foods, and this vegan apple crumble fits the bill perfectly.
The combination of warm, baked apples with a crispy nutty topping creates a balanced and comforting dessert for chilly winter evenings.
This recipe has been tested, and improved over the years, to bring you the BEST apple crisp you’ll ever make.
This vegan apple crumble recipe features a nutritious crispy topping of toasted hazelnut and almond flour and a deliciously warm spiced apple and cranberry filling.
The apple filling features a combination of spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, creating a warm and aromatic flavor profile.
It’s incredibly versatile, and you can adjust the spices and sweetness levels to create a filling that’s perfect for you.
The dairy-free crumble topping with almond flour and nuts creates a golden-brown, crispy texture on the surface, which pairs beautifully with the soft, juicy apple filling underneath.
Here are a few reasons why you’ should will love this plant-based dessert:
- vegan
- gluten-free
- only 2 steps required
- ready in less than 40 minutes
- made with simple ingredients
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Vegan apple crisp ingredients
This recipe for vegan apple crisp couldn’t be any easier. You can make this comforting dessert with just a handful of ingredients.
Here’s a list of the ingredients you will need:
- Apples: You can use your favorite apples, as long as they have a firm and crisp texture. Granny Smith and Honeycrisp (or Braeburn) apples are my go-to options.
- Cranberries: Cranberries add a delightful tartness and a burst of color to the dish. You can substitute them with dried apricots or dried cherries.
- Coconut oil: Coconut oil not only helps bind the ingredients together but also contributes a subtle coconut flavor, adding depth to the overall taste.
- Sugar: I like to use demerara or muscovado sugar for its slightly nutty flavor, but coconut sugar or regular sugar will work well too.
- Almond flour: Replacing all-purpose flour with almond flour (or almond meal) not only makes this apple crumble gluten-free but adds a subtle sweet nutty flavor.
- Hazelnuts: Chopped hazelnuts add a rich, nutty flavor to the crumble topping, enhancing its taste. You can substitute them with walnuts, macadamia, or pecan nuts.
- Spices: I like to use a combination of nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon, but cloves and cardamom would work well too.
How to make vegan apple crumble
Below you can find a quick overview of the 2-steps to make the best vegan gluten-free apple crumble at home.
The best part is that all you need is one bowl and an ovenproof dish to make it!
Scroll down until the end of the post for the full printable recipe
STEP 1. Combine sliced apples with cranberries and spices, then distribute the mixture evenly into a baking dish.
STEP 2. Mix almond flour, hazelnuts, sugar, cinnamon and melted coconut oil flour then distribute over the apple mixture. Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes.
Tip: For a super crunchy texture preheat the oven to 200°C/390°F, place the apple crumble in the oven, and reduce to 180°C/360°F.
After 30 minutes, your kitchen will smell amazing, and your apple crisp should be nicely golden and crunchy on top, and deliciously soft on the inside.
Remove it from the oven and serve it plain or with vanilla ice cream on top.
Storage tips
Apple crumble gradually softens as time passes, losing its crunchy texture.
To maintain optimal texture, it’s recommended to store the unbaked crumble topping and the apple filling separately.
If there are leftovers, cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
The crumble is at its best when enjoyed on the day it’s made, but it can still be enjoyable for up to two days.
Apple crumble freezes well both baked and unbaked. Store it in freezer-friendly containers for up to 1 month.
- Unbaked frozen apple crumble can be baked directly in a preheated oven at about 180°C/ 360°C for about 30 minutes or until cooked thoroughly.
- Baked frozen apple crumble can be thawed in the fridge overnight, then warmed in the oven for a few minutes.
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The best vegan apple crumble recipe! Deliciously warm spiced apple filling meets crunchy nutty gluten-free topping for a perfect bake!
Serving: 8
Calories: 312kcal
Ingredients
Filling:
- 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoon dried cranberries, softened, chopped
- 1 teaspoon demerara sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ginger powder
Topping:
- 115 g hazelnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
- 120 g almond flour
- 1 tablespoon rice flour, optional
- 4 tablespoon demerara sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 4 tablespoon coconut butter, melted
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 F/180 C.
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In a large bowl, mix sliced apples, cranberries, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger powder. Distribute the mixture evenly in a medium baking dish.
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In the bowl previously used, mix together chopped hazelnuts, almond flour, rice flour (if using), demerara sugar, cinnamon, salt and coconut butter. If the mixture looks too wet add in 1 tablespoon of rice flour.
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Distribute the topping mixture evenly all over the apple filling.
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Place the apple crisp in the oven, and bake for about 30-40 minutes, or until the apple filling is soft and the topping is crunchy and golden-brown. If the top browns too quickly, cover with foil and continue to bake.
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Once ready, remove the apple crumble from the oven and allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- You can choose any apple variety, as long as it has a firm and crisp texture, and a slightly tart flavour. I like to use a combination of Honeycrisp and Granny Smith apples
- You may use only hazelnuts or substitute half the amount with almond flakes, pecan nuts, walnuts or pistachio.
Nutrition
Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 195mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 49IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 2mg
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
