Easy Oat Crisp with Apple and Coconut Oil

Enjoy this easy oat crisp made with apple and coconut oil for a quick breakfast or a delicious dessert.

If you love oats and apples, this delicious and easy apple crisp is the best way to eat them together. You can have them for breakfast; they have become one of my favorite desserts. If you want a little break from your strict diet, combine them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Why not, right? 

If you've been following an anti-inflammatory diet, adding cinnamon to the apples and a crumble topping is a great way to incorporate this excellent anti-inflammatory spice. I used cane sugar in this recipe, but since the anti-inflammatory diet calls for reducing refined sugar to a minimum, a great alternative is coconut sugar, date sugar, and maple syrup. 

Why You'll Love This Best Apple Crisp Recipe

• Quick and Easy: If you're craving something sweet, skip the sugary snacks like cakes or candy. Instead, make this super easy and healthy crunchy oat dessert. It'll be ready in less than 25 minutes, depending on how you cook it.
• Healthy Ingredients: This treat is guilt-free and made with simple, wholesome ingredients like apples, oats, and coconut oil.
• Gluten-free: This recipe does not use all purpose flour; you can use any oat or nut flour. 
• Diet-Friendly: This recipe can easily be adapted for different diets, such as an anti-inflammatory diet and using coconut or date sugar instead of regular sugar.
• Versatile Cooking Options: Whether you prefer the quick air fryer or the traditional oven, both methods yield tasty results.
• Perfect for Any Time of Day: Enjoy this crisp as a dessert, a snack, or breakfast.

Easy Way to Get Your Oat Flour at Home

This recipe uses oat flour. Did you know you don't have to purchase oat flour but can easily make it home? All you need are rolled oats and a blender or food processor. Here's how to do it:

• Measure Your Oats: First, measure the amount of oat flour you need. Generally, one cup of rolled oats yields about one cup of oat flour.
• Blend the Oats: Place the oats in a blender or food processor. Blend or process them quickly until they become fine, powdery flour. This usually takes about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
• Check the Texture: To ensure the best results, check the flour's texture by running your fingers through it. If it's not fine enough, blend it a bit longer.
• Store Properly: Store your homemade oat flour in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months. You can also freeze it for a longer shelf life.
• Making oat flour at home is quick, easy, and cost-effective!

Ingredients You'll Need in This Easy Recipe for Apple Crisp 

Apple Crumble Filling:

• 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and sliced - you can use any fresh apples, such as pink lady, Honeycrisp apples, granny smith apples, red delicious, golden delicious, or fuji apples. This recipe is great to make during apple season, and it is no wonder it is a favorite fall dessert for many people (it is my personal favorite!). 
• 1 tsp cane sugar - or coconut sugar or date sugar, if you are following an anti-inflammatory diet.
• ¼ tsp cinnamon powder - a great way to incorporate warm spices like cinnamon to fight inflammation. 
• ½ lemon, freshly squeezed juice

Crisp Topping:

• ¼ cup rolled oats 
• 1 tbsp oat flour (or almond flour)
• 1 tsp cane sugar (or coconut sugar or date sugar)
• 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
• ¼ tsp cinnamon powder
• A pinch of salt
• 1 tbsp almond milk

How to Make This Oat Crisp with Apples and Coconut Oil

Air Fryer Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
• Layer the apple slices in your baking dish and sprinkle them evenly with cinnamon, sugar, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
• In another bowl, mix the rolled oats, oat flour (or almond flour), cane sugar (or your choice of sugar), melted coconut oil, cinnamon, salt, and almond milk until crumbly.
• Sprinkle the oat mixture over the apples evenly.
• Air fry for 10-12 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and crisp.
• Let it cool to room temperature before serving.

Oven Method:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Follow steps 2-4 as in the air fryer method.
• Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
• Allow the apple crisp to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Storage and Reheating

• To store any leftover Apple Oats Crisp, let it cool completely first. Then, cover it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil or transfer it to an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• When you're ready to enjoy it again, reheat it in the microwave for a quick warm-up or place it at 350°F for a few minutes to restore the crispy topping.

Wrapping Up

This gluten-free apple crisp is delicious, easy to make, and a healthier alternative to a traditional and classic fall dessert. Whether you're making it in an air fryer or oven, it's sure to become a favorite in your home. 

Remember to make your oat flour for an extra homemade touch. If you try this recipe, I'd love to hear how it turns out. Share your thoughts in the comments below! Stay tuned for more healthy and tasty recipes on Nena's Wellness Corner.

Want more from my delicious breakfast recipes that the whole family will love on busy weekdays? Try my tasty banana chia pudding-you'll love it!

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