A cosy healthier twist on a classic favourite. Packed with fibre, antioxidants and nourishing wholefood ingredients, this crumble is the perfect winter comfort food without all the refined ingredients often found in traditional desserts.
Apples help support gut health, while blueberries are rich in antioxidants that support healthy ageing and overall wellness. With warming cinnamon, juicy fruit and a crunchy oat topping, it’s delicious served warm with Greek or coconut yoghurt.
what you need
Filling:
- 4 apples, sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional)
- Squeeze of lemon juice
Crumble Topping:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup almond meal
- ½ cup desiccated coconut
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 3 tbsp coconut oil or butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- Extra cinnamon
what to do
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Add apples and blueberries to a saucepan with cinnamon, vanilla and lemon juice. Add about 2-3 Tbs water and bring to a slow simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes until fruit is slightly softened. Be careful not to over mix fruit so it keeps its shape.
- Pour fruit mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Mix crumble ingredients together in a bowl until combined.
- Sprinkle topping over fruit.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Serve warm with a dollop of Greek or Coconut Yoghurt.
