What are the best apples for a Healthy Vegan Apple Crisp?

The best apples are firm, tart varieties that hold their shape during baking. Granny Smith is the gold standard for its tartness, while Honeycrisp offers a lovely balance of sweet and juicy. Mixing two varieties provides the best flavor depth.

Can I make this apple crisp gluten-free?

Yes! This recipe is naturally gluten-free if you ensure your rolled oats are certified gluten-free. The arrowroot powder used as a thickener is also grain-free and gluten-free.

How do I keep the topping from getting soggy?

To ensure a crunchy topping, don't over-mix the wet and dry ingredients. Also, ensure your walnuts are chopped to a medium size to provide structural integrity. Letting the crisp cool for 15 minutes after baking allows the juices to set, preventing the steam from softening the crust.

Is date syrup a good substitute for brown sugar?

Absolutely! Date syrup is a whole-food sweetener that contains fiber and minerals. It provides a rich, caramel-like flavor similar to molasses or brown sugar but with a lower glycemic index.

Healthy Vegan Apple Crisp: 7 Secrets for the Best Dessert

Name: Healthy Vegan Apple Crisp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 cups chopped apples (3 to 4 large apples); 1½ Tablespoons arrowroot powder (or corn starch); ¼ cup cold water; ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ½ teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided in half; ½ cup Homemade Date Syrup, divided in half; 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 cup rolled oats, divided; ⅓ cup chopped walnuts; ½ cup unsweetened apple sauce; ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)

Description

A naturally sweetened, wholesome dessert featuring tart apples and a crunchy walnut-oat topping.

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5 cups chopped apples (3 to 4 large apples)
1½ Tablespoons arrowroot powder (or corn starch)
¼ cup cold water
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided in half
½ cup Homemade Date Syrup, divided in half
1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup rolled oats, divided
⅓ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup unsweetened apple sauce
⅛ to ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Toss chopped apples with lemon juice, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and 1/4 cup date syrup.
Step 3: Whisk arrowroot powder with cold water to make a slurry and stir into the apples.
Step 4: Pour the apple mixture into the baking dish.
Step 5: In a separate bowl, mix oats, walnuts, remaining 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and remaining 1/4 cup date syrup.
Step 6: Add apple sauce and salt to the oat mixture and stir until combined.
Step 7: Spread the topping evenly over the apples.
Step 8: Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and bubbling.
Step 9: Cool for 15 minutes before serving to let the juices set.

Notes

Use a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples for the best flavor balance. Ensure oats are certified gluten-free if required.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 65mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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