Here is a recipe that calls for two fresh ingredients and a healthy KIND of granola made from a unique blend of 100% whole grains – amaranth, quinoa, oats, millet and buckwheat. Being gluten-free is not easy – especially when you are looking for a ‘good’ tasting granola. I recently found the KIND Snacks Clusters and I’m addicted.
They’re perfect used as cereal with almond milk, eaten as a snack for your desk time munchies or enjoyed in a dessert such as this crisp or a simply yogurt parfait. Each artisanal blend is gluten free and has less fat, sugar and calories per serving than typical granola’s. In fact, one serving of KIND Healthy Grains fulfills 1/3 of a person’s daily whole grain requirements- hello healthy. That sure is a winner in my book and my clients who have young children love serving this recipe knowing that it’s full of whole grains and tastes great, too.
So, dig in and have yourself a healthy and happy holiday season with this crisp recipe. 
Gluten-Free and Vegan Apple Cranberry Crisp
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This Gluten-Free, Vegan Apple Cranberry Crisp combines tart Granny Smith apples and fresh cranberries with a crunchy granola topping for a deliciously healthy dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (480 ml) KIND Healthy Grains Dark Chocolate & Cranberry Clusters
- 3 Granny Smith apples, cored and thinly sliced
- 1 cup (240 ml) fresh cranberries
- 1 tbsp. vegan butter
- 1 tsp. agave nectar
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a baking dish with nonstick baking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the KIND Healthy Grains Clusters, sliced apples, fresh cranberries, vegan butter, agave nectar, and ground cinnamon. Gently toss the ingredients together until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, ensure the granola used is nut-free.
- This crisp is best served warm, possibly with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat before serving for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20 grams
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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Frequently Asked Questions
What role does the KIND Healthy Grains Clusters play — can I swap it for regular granola?
The recipe specifically uses KIND Healthy Grains Dark Chocolate & Cranberry Clusters because they are certified gluten-free and made from a blend of whole grains including amaranth, quinoa, oats, millet, and buckwheat. A regular granola will work texturally, but you’ll lose the gluten-free guarantee unless you verify the label.
How long does this crisp keep, and how should I reheat it?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The recipe notes recommend reheating before serving for the best texture.
What is the best way to serve this crisp?
The recipe notes that this crisp is best served warm, possibly with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream — which keeps the dish fully vegan while complementing the tart cranberries.
