Alpha Gal Friendly Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Walnut Topping
Warm, bubbling apple filling crowned with a golden, crunchy walnut and oat topping — this is the kind of dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell like autumn. Every ingredient here is completely plant-based and free from mammalian animal products, which means no butter, no dairy, and no hidden meat-derived additives to stress over. Coconut oil steps in beautifully as the fat that binds the topping, giving it that irresistible crumble texture without any compromise. Pure maple syrup sweetens both the filling and the topping naturally, while cinnamon and a touch of ginger bring warmth and depth to the tender apple slices underneath. The gluten-free rolled oats and almond flour keep the topping hearty and satisfying, and the roughly chopped walnuts add a rustic, nutty bite in every forkful. It's the kind of crowd-pleasing dessert that nobody at the table will suspect was built around a dietary need — it just tastes that good.
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6 servings
For the filling
- 5 medium apples (about 2 lbs), peeled, cored, and sliced ¼-inch thick
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
For the topping
- 1 cup gluten free rolled oats
- ¾ cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup almond flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted and cooled slightly
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with a small amount of coconut oil.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced apples with the lemon juice, 1 tsp cinnamon, ground ginger, and 2 tbsp maple syrup until the apples are evenly coated. Transfer the filling to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
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