Gluten-Free Almond Flour Apple Crisp
Warm apple crisp with a crunchy almond flour topping that’s naturally gluten-free and perfect for cozy nights. This american-inspired gluten free ready in about 55 minutes pairs tart apples, peeled and sliced, lemon juice, coconut sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.
Ingredients
- 5 cups tart apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/3 cup coconut sugar
- 1 cup almond flour
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, toss 5 cups peeled and sliced tart apples with 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/3 cup coconut sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Transfer the apple mixture to a greased 8-inch square baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup almond flour with 6 tbsp cold, cubed unsalted butter. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 4: Sprinkle the almond flour topping evenly over the apples.
- Step 5: Bake the crisp for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender.
- Step 6: Let cool slightly before serving warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Gluten-Free Almond Flour Apple Crisp take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Gluten-Free Almond Flour Apple Crisp?
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 lemon juice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Gluten-Free Almond Flour Apple Crisp?
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 Gluten-Free Almond Flour Apple Crisp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Gluten-Free Almond Flour Apple Crisp 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.
