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Vegan Apple Crisp

This vegan apple crisp features tender baked apples topped with a crunchy oats mixture that is subtly enhanced by a pinch of sea salt. The dish combines baking techniques to develop a caramelized, golden-brown topping and soft, aromatic apples, resulting in a rustic dessert with contrasting textures—crisp topping and tender fruit—appearing as a warm, inviting casserole.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large apples (such as Fuji or Honeycrisp) peeled, cored and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar optional, for extra sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt a tiny pinch enhances flavor
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup to bind the topping
  • 4 tablespoons vegan butter or coconut oil cold, cubed

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Pastry Cutter or Fork
  • large spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease your baking dish.
  2. Slice the peeled and cored apples into thin, even pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add a pinch of sea salt, ground cinnamon, and a tablespoon of brown sugar to the apples, then toss gently to coat each piece evenly.
  4. Spread the seasoned apple slices evenly into the prepared baking dish, creating a lush, fruit-filled layer.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, remaining brown sugar, and sea salt. Mix well.
  6. Add the cold vegan butter or coconut oil to the dry mixture and use a pastry cutter or fork to work the fat into the oats until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Drizzle the maple syrup over the crumble mixture and stir gently to combine, allowing it to hold together slightly.
  8. Spoon the crumble mixture evenly over the apples, pressing lightly to help it adhere.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly; the topping will crisp up further as it rests.
  11. Scoop servings onto plates and enjoy the warm, fragrant dessert with a drizzle of vegan cream or a scoop of vegan ice cream, if desired.

Notes

For a more tart apple flavor, mix in a tablespoon of lemon juice with the apples. Feel free to add chopped nuts to the crumble for extra crunch.