High-Protein Apple Crumble
A delightful twist on traditional dessert packed with protein, featuring baked apples and a crunchy topping, perfect for a nutritious treat.
Ingredients
Apple Filling
- 4 medium-sized medium-sized apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 tsp cinnamon divided
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg divided
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar or a sugar substitute
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
Serving
- 1/2 cup low-fat yogurt or a non-dairy alternative optional for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the sliced apples with half of the cinnamon and nutmeg. Spread the apples evenly in a greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, combine the oats, almond flour, protein powder, brown sugar, remaining cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Blend these dry ingredients well.
- Pour in the melted coconut oil or butter and mix until a crumbly texture forms. Stir in the chopped nuts.
- Evenly sprinkle the topping over the apples in the baking dish.
Baking
- Bake for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
Serving
- Let it cool slightly before serving. If desired, serve with a dollop of yogurt on top.
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Notes
For a thicker crumble, let the apple mixture sit for a few minutes after combining. Consider adding dried fruit for extra texture. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.