Xanthan Gum Free Paleo Mixed Berry Almond Crumble

Bubbling fruit, a golden almond crust, and the kind of warm cinnamon aroma that makes everyone wander into the kitchen — this crumble delivers all of that without a single ingredient that could cause a problem for those avoiding common binders and stabilizers. Many gluten-free baked goods lean heavily on xanthan gum to hold things together, but this recipe skips it entirely and doesn't need it. The crumble topping gets its satisfying texture from almond flour and sliced almonds bound with coconut oil and maple syrup, clumping naturally into a coarse, golden layer that crisps beautifully in the oven. Tapioca starch does the quiet work of thickening the berry filling as it bakes, so you get that glossy, jammy consistency without any gums or additives. Five cups of mixed berries — blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, whatever you have — bubble up through the topping with a bright hit of lemon juice keeping everything fresh and balanced. It's the kind of dessert that looks impressive straight from the baking dish but comes together with minimal effort and a short ingredient list. Serve it warm and let the filling set for just a few minutes — it thickens on its own as it cools, no tricks required.

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