Gluten Free Apple Crisp
Bursting with warm, sweet, comforting flavors, this Gluten-Free Apple Crisp recipe is not only easy to make but also perfect anytime. From cozy family gatherings to festive holiday dinners, its delightful combination of tender, spiced apples, and a crunchy, crumbly topping will surely be a hit at your table.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 438kcal
Ingredients
Filling
- 10 apples of choice (I like Granny Smith) peeled, sliced or chopped
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Topping
- ½ cup rolled oats gluten-free certified if necessary
- ½ cup gluten free all purpose flour blend with or without xanthan gum
- ½ cup granulated sugar of choice I like to use coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ cup butter cubed, salted or unsalted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375℉.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the apples, maple syrup, vinegar, and cinnamon. Mix well then pour into a 9-inch casserole dish or baking pan. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and cloves. Mix well.
- Add the cubed butter and then using your fingers, rub the butter into the topping mixture until everything resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the topping over the apples in the dish, then bake for 35 minutes or until the topping is golden and the fruit is bubbling up around the sides.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
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Notes
- Consistent Slicing: Make sure your apple slices are of even thickness. This makes sure they cook uniformly, preventing some pieces from becoming too mushy while others remain too crunchy.
- Cold Butter: Use cold butter for the topping. This helps to create those delightful, crumbly pieces that make the crisp so enjoyable.
- Don't Overwork the Dough: When mixing the butter into the dry ingredients, aim for a coarse, crumbly texture. Overworking the dough can lead to a denser, less crumbly topping.
- Correct Pan Size: Use the right size pan (a 9-inch pan as recommended) to ensure even cooking and the right balance between the apple filling and the crisp topping.
- Watch the Oven: Ovens can vary, so start checking your apple crisp a few minutes before the suggested baking time ends. The perfect point is when the topping is golden brown, and the apples are bubbling.
Storing Gluten-Free Apple Crisp
- Room temp: If you're planning to eat the apple crisp within a day, it's fine to cover it and leave it at room temperature. This method keeps the topping crisp.
- Fridge: For longer storage, place the crisp in an airtight container and refrigerate. It can last up to 4-5 days. Be aware that the topping may soften a bit in the fridge.
- Reheat in the oven: Preheat your oven to 350℉ and place the apple crisp in an oven-safe dish. Heat it for about 10-15 minutes or until it's warmed through. This method helps to crisp up the topping again.
- Microwave: Heat it in short intervals, checking frequently to make sure it doesn't become too mushy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 438kcal | Carbohydrates: 75g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 223mg | Potassium: 375mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 53g | Vitamin A: 639IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1mg
