Don't Deprive Yourself of Dessert : Healthy apple crumble Recipe

This healthy apple crumble packs a bundle of added goodness from the berries, oats, nuts and spices, and is very low in fat. It’s also dairy-free and suitable for vegans – as long as you can resist serving it with custard.

 

 

Ingredients

• low-calorie cooking spray
• 6 large, sweet dessert apples , approx. 800g/1lb 12oz peeled and chopped weight
• 200g/7oz frozen mixed berries
• 1 tbsp finely grated orange zest
• 1 tbsp cornflour
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• pinch of grated nutmeg
• 3 tbsp maple syrup

For the crumble topping

• 75g/2¾oz porridge oats
• 75g/2¾oz walnuts, chopped
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted if solid

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4. Lightly spray a baking dish or pie dish (approx. 20 x 25cm/8 x 10in) with cooking spray.

2. Peel, core and cut the apples into 1.5cm/5/8in dice and place in a bowl with the berries, orange zest, cornflour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and maple syrup. Mix well and spoon into the prepared dish. Press down gently with a spatula to create an even layer.

3. To make the crumble topping, mix together the oats, nuts and cinnamon in a small bowl. Make a well in the centre and pour in the maple syrup and coconut oil. Stir until fully combined. Crumble the topping over the fruit mixture to cover in an even layer.

4. Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the topping is lightly golden. Leave to cool for 20–30 minutes before serving.