Black Pepper Free Cinnamon Apple Crumble
Warm, bubbling apple filling beneath a golden, crumbly topping — this is the kind of dessert that makes a kitchen smell absolutely incredible. The filling leans on Ceylon cinnamon and fresh ginger for its warmth, which means every bite is fragrant and spiced without a single trace of black pepper sneaking in. That matters more than you might think, since many spice blends and even some pre-made baking mixes can hide peppercorn derivatives in the fine print. Here, every ingredient is straightforward and intentional, from the maple syrup-sweetened apples to the cassava and tapioca-based crumble that bakes up beautifully crisp and clumpy. Coconut oil and shredded coconut give the topping a subtle richness that feels indulgent without relying on butter or dairy. A splash of lemon juice keeps the apple filling bright and balanced, so the sweetness never tips into cloying territory. It's the kind of crowd-pleasing bake that works just as well on a weeknight as it does at a holiday table.
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6 servings
For the apple filling
- 2 lb apples (about 5 medium), peeled, cored, and sliced ¼-inch thick
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For the crumble topping
- ¾ cup cassava flour
- ¼ cup tapioca starch
- ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil, solid
- ½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with coconut oil.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced apples with the maple syrup, arrowroot starch, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and lemon juice until every slice is evenly coated. Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
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