Description
A wholesome and delicious Apple Peanut Butter Crisp made with whole wheat flour and natural sweeteners. This comforting dessert combines tender baked apples with a crunchy peanut butter oat topping, perfect for a cozy treat or a healthy dessert option.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 5 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (mix of tart and sweet varieties)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- â…“ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- ¾ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- â…“ cup creamy peanut butter
- â…“ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, toss the peeled, cored, and sliced apples with lemon juice, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract until well combined. Spread this mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare the Topping: In a separate bowl, combine rolled oats, whole wheat flour, coconut sugar, and salt. Add the creamy peanut butter and melted unsalted butter, mixing well until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Add Topping to Apples: Evenly sprinkle the peanut butter oat topping over the apple mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake the Crisp: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the crisp to cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by ice cream or yogurt for extra indulgence.
Notes
- You can use a mix of tart and sweet apples for balanced flavor and texture.
- Maple syrup or honey can be substituted based on your preference for natural sweeteners.
- For a vegan version, use a plant-based butter alternative.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
- Adding chopped nuts or raisins to the topping provides an extra crunch and flavor variation.
