This is the perfect recipe for a gluten-free Thanksgiving. Since I’m gluten-free, I used KIND Healthy Grains Clusters to get that extra crunch. Plus, they’re made with 100% whole grains so you’re getting some added health benefits from including these in your recipe. You can feel good about serving this treat to your family for Thanksgiving dessert and leftovers in your oatmeal the next day, too!
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Crispy Gluten-Free Apple Crisp
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Description
A delicious gluten-free twist on a classic dessert, perfect for Thanksgiving or a cozy autumn evening. Enjoy warm or cold!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cups (59 ml) pure maple syrup
- 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp arrowroot powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch sea salt
- 6 large chopped apples
- 1/2 cups (118 ml) almond flour
- 1 1/2 tsp coconut flour
- 1 cups (237 ml) chopped raw walnut halves
- 1 cups (237 ml) KIND Healthy Grains Clusters, or other granola
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, plus more for greasing dish.
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- Fresh lemon zest
- 1/2 tbsp coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Prepare an 8×8 inch baking dish with coconut oil; set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix maple syrup, lemon juice, arrowroot powder, cinnamon, and sea salt.
- Place apples in the prepared baking dish and toss with maple syrup to coat.
- Add almond flour, coconut flour, walnuts, granola clusters, coconut oil, maple syrup, and sea salt; toss with apples.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 20 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh lemon zest and coconut flakes.
Notes
- For a crispier topping, toast the walnuts and granola clusters before adding them to the apple mixture.
- To make this recipe vegan, ensure your maple syrup is vegan-friendly.
- Store leftover crisp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 4
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this apple crisp gluten-free?
The topping uses a gluten-free flour or oat-based mixture in place of regular all-purpose flour. Make sure your oats are certified gluten-free if you have celiac disease. 
Which apple varieties hold up best in a crisp?
Firm, tart apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn work well because they keep their shape during baking rather than turning mushy.
How do I get a truly crispy topping on the apple crisp?
Use cold butter cut into small pieces and don’t over-mix the topping. Bake until the top is golden brown and you can see the fruit juices bubbling at the edges.
