Imagine sinking your fork into a warm, golden-brown dessert that tastes absolutely sinful but is completely sugar-free! This Sugar-Free Apple Crisp is the holy grail for health-conscious dessert lovers and anyone watching their sugar intake. With a perfectly crisp, buttery topping and tender, cinnamon-spiced apples, this recipe proves that healthy eating doesn't mean sacrificing flavor. Get ready to transform your dessert game with a treat that's so delicious, you won't believe it's sugar-free!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups apples, sliced
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup sweetener of choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x9 inch baking dish by lightly greasing it with butter or cooking spray.
- Wash and core the apples. Slice them thinly and evenly, approximately 1/4 inch thick. For best results, use firm baking apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the apple slices with half of the cinnamon and half of the sweetener. Spread the seasoned apples evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, oats, remaining cinnamon, and remaining sweetener. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Pour the melted butter over the dry ingredients and mix until the topping becomes crumbly and all ingredients are well combined.
- Sprinkle the crumbly topping evenly over the prepared apple slices, ensuring complete coverage.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping turns golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. This allows the crisp to set and makes serving easier.
- Optional: Serve warm with a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream or a scoop of sugar-free vanilla ice cream.
Tips
- Apple Selection is Key: Choose firm, tart baking apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and natural sweetness.
- Even Slicing Matters: Cut your apples to a consistent 1/4 inch thickness to ensure even cooking and a perfect texture.
- Sweetener Swap: Experiment with different sugar substitutes like stevia, erythritol, or monk fruit to find your preferred sweetness level.
- Topping Texture Trick: Make sure your melted butter is fully incorporated into the dry ingredients to create that perfect crumbly topping.
- Prevent Soggy Bottom: If you prefer a crispier base, you can lightly toast the oats and almond flour before mixing with other ingredients.
- Serving Suggestion: Let the crisp cool for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow it to set properly and make cutting easier.
- Storage Tip: This dessert keeps well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and can be easily reheated in the oven to restore its crispy texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 45mg
