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The Most Awesome Paleo Apple Crisp!

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Paleo Apple Crisp is one of my favorite fall recipes.  And this grain, gluten, and dairy free paleo apple dessert is simple and delicious.

Apple picking with my daughter seems like yesterday.  Climbing up ladders that were propped up against trees to score the out of reach fruit was a favorite of hers.

Then it was apple dishes for days.  And you know we always chose the largest bag so we had quite an abundance.  But apples keep well for a while, so it’s all good.

Paleo Apple Crisp with ice cream - 24 Carrot Kitchen

These days, apple picking has taken a back seat to driving lessons, sporting events, and clothes shopping.

With time a precious commodity, it’s a good thing this grain-free apple crisp is a super simple and quick recipe.

Making Your Paleo Apple Crisp:

You’ll want a sturdy baking pan, and I just treated myself to a pan similar to this (mine is 19cm  7″), which I love.  This pan will get plenty of use this fall and is the perfect size for two servings.  For a larger almond flour apple crisp recipe, simply double the recipe and use an 8 x 8 pan.

Which type of apples works best?  In this recipe, I used Gala apples because it is what I had, but I have used Fuji and granny smiths.  Not being fussy, I would try any type of apple in this recipe.

I call this the two bowls and a cutting board recipe.  The apples and a few spices in one bowl and the topping in the other.  Use the cutting board to slice apples and nuts.

 

 

Paleo Apple Crisp (sliced apples in pan) - 24 Carrot Kitchen

Sliced apples with lemon and orange juice, cinnamon and sea salt in the baking pan.

For your efforts, you will be rewarded with a house with the aroma of cinnamon and apples.  And that equals cozy.

Paleo Apple Crisp (nut topping mix) - 24 Carrot Kitchen

Apple slices in baking pan. Crisp mixture ready to be sprinkled on apples.

If there happen to be any leftovers, try warming up for breakfast or have it cold (amazing!).  Or better yet, make two so there is a guaranteed future breakfast!  The breakfast topping of choice: drizzle with a bit of maple syrup.

Paleo Apple Crisp, ready to bake. 24 Carrot Kitchen

Crisp mixture sprinkled on apples. Ready for the oven!

Some Things You Will Love About This Paleo Apple Crisp:

  1. Less sugar than traditional apple crisp (and no refined sugar)
  2. Is super easy to make
  3. Can be made ahead and makes great leftovers
  4. Healthier treat for kids
  5. Customizable – add some cranberries or other dried fruit
  6. Great healthy breakfast idea

Ingredients For Your Grain-Free Apple Crisp:

This apple crisp recipe combines fresh apples with chopped nuts, ground cinnamon, tapioca starch/flour, coconut sugar, maple syrup,  lemon juice, orange juice, almond flour,  and sea salt to make a delicious dessert.  And, what a great healthy breakfast idea.

Related:

Delicious Apple Smoothie

Homemade Applesauce

Butternut Squash Apple Soup

Kale and Apple Smoothie

Paleo Apple Crisp with ice cream - 24 Carrot Kitchen

 

 

The almond flour apple crisp would be a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner dessert.  With a scoop of your favorite non-dairy ice cream or coconut whipped cream, it would be divine!

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*Recipe updated 9/2017

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Paleo Apple Crisp with ice cream - 24 Carrot Kitchen
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The Most Awesome Paleo Apple Crisp!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
 

An easy Paleo apple crisp recipe that is grain, gluten and dairy free using less sugar/sweetener than most traditional crisp recipes.  Make a double batch and have some for breakfast!

Course: Dessert, Dessert Topping/Icing/Frosting, Snack
Cuisine: American, Dessert
Servings: 2
Calories: 413 kcal
Author: Christine
Ingredients
  • 2 Medium sized Apples (peeled and sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (I like ceylon cinnamon)
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts of your choice ( I used almonds, walnuts and pecans)
  • 1 tablespoon almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon tapioca flour/starch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Spray a glass casserole dish with oil spray (I use coconut oil)
  3. Peel and slice apples and place in large mixing bowl.

  4. To the apples, add the lemon juice, orange juice, cinnamon and sea salt. Toss with a spoon to combine. 

  5. Spread the apple mixture in the prepared casserole baking dish. Set aside.

  6. In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine the topping ingredients. Stir to combine well.

  7. Spread topping over the top of the apples and place in preheated oven.

  8. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until apples are tender and cooked through.

  9. Add your favorite non-dairy topping; ice cream or coconut whipped cream are great choices!

Nutrition Facts
The Most Awesome Paleo Apple Crisp!
Amount Per Serving
Calories 413 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 589mg 25%
Potassium 454mg 13%
Total Carbohydrates 55g 18%
Dietary Fiber 9g 36%
Sugars 32g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin A 2%
Vitamin C 18.8%
Calcium 8.5%
Iron 9.3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  3. This apple crisp sounds to die for! Fruit desserts are always the ones I gravitate to — if it’s a choice between apple crisp and a brownie — I want a warm, cinnamon-y apple crisp every time. Beautiful recipe!

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