Description
This Healthy Breakfast Apple Crumble combines sautéed sweet apples with a crunchy pecan and oat crumble topping. The apples are lightly spiced with cinnamon and a touch of coconut oil, while the crumble is naturally sweetened with honey. Baked until golden and crisp, this wholesome dish makes a comforting and nutritious breakfast or dessert option.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 6 sweet apples, chopped
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tsp coconut oil
Crumble
- 2/3 cup oats
- 2/3 cup pecans
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 tsp honey
- About 1 tbsp water (for blending)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Chop the sweet apples into bite-sized pieces. Heat 2 teaspoons of coconut oil in a pan over medium-high heat, then add the chopped apples along with 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Cover the pan and sauté the apples for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften but still hold their shape.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 180°C (350°F) to get it ready for baking the crumble later.
- Make the Crumble Topping: Combine 2/3 cup oats, 2/3 cup pecans, 1 tablespoon coconut oil, and 2 teaspoons honey in a food processor. Add about 1 tablespoon of water to help the mixture bind. Pulse until you obtain a crumbly texture that sticks together to form chunks.
- Assemble the Crumble: Grease a small baking pan with some oil or line it with parchment paper. Spread the sautéed apples evenly on the base of the pan. Next, sprinkle the crumble mixture on top, gently pressing to create larger crumble pieces that cover the apple layer.
- Bake: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crumble topping turns a golden brown color and is crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the apple crumble to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with milk or yogurt for breakfast, or pair with ice cream for a wholesome dessert.
Notes
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds based on preference or allergy needs.
- Use sweet apple varieties like Fuji or Gala for optimal flavor and sweetness without adding extra sugar.
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Be careful not to overcook apples in the pan; they should still retain some firmness before baking.
- The crumble topping can be adjusted to be more or less chunky by processing less or more in the food processor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
