Vegan Apple Crumble
If you know me, you know I love a good crumble. It really is of the easiest, yet most delicious recipes you can make at home – and it’s very easily veganized. I shared the recipe for my vegan berry crisp this summer (which I admittedly keep on heavy rotation during the winter months, as well), but given the change of the seasons I thought it was high time that I shared my vegan apple crumble recipe.
For anyone searching for a warming, crowd-pleasing holiday dessert to bring to a gathering or just enjoy at home on a chilly evening, this is it. There’s just something so nostalgic about the warm cinnamon apple goodness of this dessert. Bonus: it will make your house smell like absolute *heaven.*
I also love this vegan apple crumble recipe because it can be very “clean,” if that’s what you’re going for. You can use gluten-free flour and coconut sugar if you’re aiming to reduce refined sugar in your diet, and it uses very little sugar, in general (you can always adjust the sugar levels based on your preferences, as well). You’re also getting some whole grain goodness from the oats, which is an added heart-healthy perk! I buy Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free 1:1 flour, gluten-free rolled oats, and coconut sugar for this recipe from Thrive Market, which is my go-to for healthy pantry staples.
If you’re looking for more cozy vegan recipe inspo, check out my other recipes like this creamy spicy fusilli, easy vegan quiche, or air-fryer granola (the latter makes for an excellent holiday gift – just add the granola to a mason jar, throw a bow on it, and you have a thoughtful, healthy, homemade treat to share with loved ones).
I’m so excited for you to try this vegan apple crumble recipe. Let’s get into it!
Vegan Apple Crumble
4-6
servings10
minutes35
minutesIngredients
- Crumble Topping
1/3 cup gluten-free or regular flour (I use Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 gluten-free)
1/3 cup oats (I use gluten-free rolled oats)
1/4 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar (I prefer coconut sugar)
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans – or omit if you’re not feeling nutty 🙂
1/4 cup melted coconut oil or vegan butter (either work great)!
- Apple Base
4 apples (honeycrisp or granny smith are best, but you can use any apples); cut into 1/3 inch slices or approx. 1-inch cubes
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp coconut sugar or brown sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp lemon
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375° degrees. Prepare the crumble topping. Combine all dry ingredients thoroughly in a medium bowl (flour, oats, coconut or regular brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, nuts if using) then pour melted coconut oil or vegan butter and stir to combine. If too dry, add a bit more melted butter or coconut oil until you get a true crumble texture. Set aside.
- Add apples to a pyrex, cast iron pan, or pie dish, add lemon juice and sprinkle cornstarch on top. Mix to combine.
- Top the apple base with crumble, distributing evenly.
- Cook at 375° for 35-40 minutes – you’ll want to see some light bubbling and for the crumble to turn golden, and the apples to be soft and tender. Enjoy as-is, with vegan whipped cream, or à la mode with some vegan vanilla ice cream!
