Low Sodium Paleo Apple Crisp with Almond & Pecan Topping

Total time1 hr 10 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time40 min

Low Sodium Paleo Apple Crisp with Almond & Pecan Topping

Tender apple slices get tossed with maple syrup, warming cinnamon, and a bright splash of lemon juice, then thickened with a touch of arrowroot so the filling turns lush and syrupy in the oven. The topping is where this one really shines: almond flour, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut clump into a coarse, buttery-textured crumble that bakes up deep golden and craggy on top. Every bite balances soft, spiced fruit against that nubby, toasted crunch, with just enough sweetness from the maple syrup to keep things feeling like a proper dessert. It bakes in a single dish with minimal fuss, and a short rest at the end lets the filling settle into that perfect, spoonable consistency. This is a great pick if you're watching your sodium intake, since the flavor here comes entirely from fruit, spice, and toasted nuts rather than anything salty. Serve it warm, straight from the baking dish, for a cozy, fuss-free dessert that fits neatly into a low-sodium routine.

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the apple filling

6 medium apples (about 2 ½ lb), peeled, cored, and sliced ¼-inch thick
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2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp arrowroot starch
1 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground ginger
1 tbsp lemon juice

For the crumble topping

1 cup almond flour
1 cup raw pecans, roughly chopped
¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
3 tbsp maple syrup
3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp fine sea salt
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.

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 maple syrup, arrowroot starch, 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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