Citric Acid Free Cinnamon Apple Crumble
Warm, bubbling apple filling beneath a golden, crumbly topping — this is the kind of dessert that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. What makes this version work for anyone avoiding citric acid is the careful swap of fresh lemon juice in place of any processed citric acid additives, keeping the brightness in the filling completely natural. Ceylon cinnamon and ginger layer in a gentle, aromatic warmth that feels far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. The crumble itself is built on cassava flour, tapioca starch, and shredded coconut, which come together with solid coconut oil and maple syrup into those satisfying, irregular clumps that bake up perfectly crisp. Maple syrup does double duty here — sweetening both the spiced apple filling and the topping — so there's no refined sugar or mystery additives to worry about. After about 35 to 40 minutes in the oven, the edges bubble and the topping turns a deep, toasty gold that's genuinely hard to resist. Let it rest just long enough for the filling to thicken, then dig in while it's still warm.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!