High-Protein Apple Crumble
A delightful twist on a classic dessert, this High-Protein Apple Crumble blends baked apples with a nutritious protein-packed topping, making it a guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
For the apple base
- 4 medium medium apples, peeled and sliced Choose a mix of sweet and tart varieties for best flavor.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice To prevent browning of apples.
For the crumble topping
- 1 cup rolled oats Gluten-free oats can be used for a gluten-free version.
- 1/2 cup almond flour Can substitute with oat flour or coconut flour.
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored) Increases the protein content.
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds) Can substitute with seeds for a nut-free version.
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey Adjust to taste; can use a sugar substitute if needed.
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the peeled and sliced apples with lemon juice. Spread the apples evenly in a baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the rolled oats, almond flour, protein powder, chopped nuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Pour the coconut oil and maple syrup or honey into the dry ingredients. Add the vanilla extract and stir until you achieve a crumbly texture.
- Evenly distribute the crumble topping over the apples in the baking dish.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
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Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. Consider topping with Greek yogurt or low-fat ice cream. Drizzle with extra maple syrup for added sweetness. Adjust serving sizes as needed, and for a twist, try different fruits or spice variations.