A warm, comforting apple dessert with a protein-rich oat crumble topping. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying on track with your fitness goals. Easy to make and loaded with fiber for better satiety.
Macros per serving
- Calories: 190
- Protein: 11g
- Fiber: 7g
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
Total servings
- 6 servings
Ingredient list
- 300g apples, peeled and sliced (2 medium apples)
- 10g lemon juice (2 tsp)
- 5g cinnamon (1 tsp)
- 20g vanilla protein powder (⅓ c.)
- 50g rolled oats (½ c.)
- 40g almond flour (⅓ c.)
- 20g maple syrup (1½ tbsp)
- 15g coconut oil, melted (1 tbsp)
Vegan alternative ingredient list
- Use plant-based protein powder.
- Replace coconut oil with 15g unsweetened applesauce.
Gluten-free substitutions
- Use certified gluten-free rolled oats.
Step-by-step instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, toss the apple slices with lemon juice and half of the cinnamon. Arrange evenly in a small baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix oats, almond flour, protein powder, remaining cinnamon, and maple syrup.
- Add melted coconut oil to the crumble mixture and stir until it resembles wet sand.
- Spread the crumble evenly over the apples.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the apples are soft.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes and tips
- Pan size: Use an 8-inch square baking dish or similar size.
- Sweetness adjustment: Add a sprinkle of stevia to the apples if they’re not sweet enough.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Meal prep: Double the recipe to make extra servings for the week.
- Optional toppings: Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of chopped nuts.
Substitutions
- Replace coconut oil with unsweetened applesauce for a lower-fat option.
- Almond flour can be swapped for 40g oat flour.
Tips for lowering calories
- Use a non-caloric sweetener like stevia instead of maple syrup.
- Reduce the almond flour to 20g and replace with additional oats.
