Ingredients
For the Crumble Topping
- 1/2 cup dairy-free butter, softened to room temperature
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/4 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Apple Filling
- 6 apples, sliced or diced
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a casserole dish using coconut oil to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Prepare Crumble Topping: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened dairy-free butter, brown sugar, and vanilla bean paste. Using a handheld electric mixer or stand mixer, beat the mixture until it becomes light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes. Add the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking powder, and salt to the bowl, and fold the ingredients together until evenly combined. If preferred, you can use your hands to mix for better consistency.
- Prepare Apple Filling: In another large bowl, toss the sliced or diced apples with sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon until the apples are well coated with the spices and sugar mixture.
- Assemble: Transfer the apple mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly. Then sprinkle clumps of the oatmeal crumble topping evenly over the apples.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes or until the oatmeal crumble topping turns a light golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the apple crisp from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Serve warm on its own or pair with vegan vanilla ice cream for a delicious dessert experience. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture balance in the filling.
- This apple crisp can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking; increase baking time slightly if baking from cold.
- For a nuttier topping, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans to the crumble mixture.
- Adjust the sugar quantity based on the sweetness of your apples or your preference.
- Letting the crisp rest for a few minutes after baking helps the juices set and improves serving texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan