Baked Apple 'Crumbles' with Almond Flour

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Warm, spiced baked apples topped with a nutty almond crumble, offering a satisfying dessert without refined sugars or flours. This american-inspired keto (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs apples, almond flour, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange apple slices in a greased 8x8-inch baking dish.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine almond flour, melted butter, powdered erythritol, cinnamon, vanilla, and pinch of salt. Mix until crumbly.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the apples, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 25-30 minutes until apples are tender and topping is golden brown. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Apple 'Crumbles' with Almond Flour take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Apple 'Crumbles' with Almond Flour?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep apples from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Apple 'Crumbles' with Almond Flour?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Apple 'Crumbles' with Almond Flour for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Baked Apple 'Crumbles' with Almond Flour gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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