Baked Apple Crisp with Flaxseed and Pecans

Name: Baked Apple Crisp with Flaxseed and Pecans
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 medium apple (Granny Smith or any firm, tart apple, cored, and sliced thinly); 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp cinnamon (ground ); ½ tsp nutmeg (ground ); 1 tsp honey; ½ tsp vanilla extract; ½ cup almond flour; ¼ cup oats; 2 tbsp flaxseed (ground); ¼ cup pecans (or walnuts, chopped); 2 tbsp coconut oil (melted); 1 tsp honey; ½ tsp cinnamon; 1 pinch salt

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This Baked Apple Crisp offers a delicious twist on a classic dessert, featuring tart apples, warm spices, and a nutty, oat-infused topping. Perfectly sweetened with a touch of honey and packed with fibre, it's a satisfying treat to enjoy with family and friends.

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Preparation Level Quick & Easy

Servings 6

Preparation 10

Cook 30

Total 40

Why Diabetes Friendly?

Low Sugar Content: This recipe uses only a small amount of honey for sweetness, reducing the overall sugar content compared to traditional apple crisp recipes.
Low-Glycemic Ingredients: Apples (especially tart varieties like Granny Smith) and oats have a lower glycemic index, which helps avoid blood sugar spikes.
Healthy Fats and Fibre: Almond flour, flaxseed, and nuts provide healthy fats and fibre, which slow the absorption of sugars and stabilize blood glucose levels.

Equipment

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9x9 Round Baking Dish

Ingredients

For the Filling:

▢ apple (Granny Smith or any firm, tart apple, cored, and sliced thinly) 2 medium
▢ lemon juice 1 tbsp
▢ cinnamon (ground ) 1 tsp
▢ nutmeg (ground ) ½ tsp
▢ honey 1 tsp
▢ vanilla extract ½ tsp

Cooking Tips

Choose Tart Apples: Granny Smith apples are ideal as their tartness balances well with the low-sugar recipe. They also have a firmer texture, holding up better during baking.
Customize the Sweetness: Adjust the honey or use a low-carb sweetener like stevia or erythritol to further reduce carb content.
Enhance Crunchiness: Toast the nuts lightly before adding them to the topping to enhance their crunch and bring out the nutty flavor.
Experiment with Spices: Add a touch of ground ginger or cardamom for an extra flavour dimension that complements the apple and cinnamon.
Serve Warm with Greek Yogurt: Pairing with unsweetened Greek yogurt provides added protein without extra sugar, enhancing satiety and balancing flavours.

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, honey, and vanilla extract. Toss well to coat the apples evenly, then transfer to a 9x9 round baking dish.
2 medium apple, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp cinnamon, ½ tsp nutmeg, 1 tsp honey, ½ tsp vanilla extract
In a separate bowl, mix together almond flour, oats, flaxseed, chopped nuts, melted coconut oil, honey, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until the mixture is crumbly and well combined.
½ cup almond flour, ¼ cup oats, 2 tbsp flaxseed, ¼ cup pecans, 2 tbsp coconut oil, 1 tsp honey, ½ tsp cinnamon, 1 pinch salt
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with a dollop of unsweetened Greek yogurt, if desired.

FAQ

Can I make this recipe without oats to further reduce carbs?
- Yes, you can omit the oats and increase the almond flour slightly or add extra nuts for a similar texture with fewer carbs.
What’s the best way to store leftovers?
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving.
Is there an alternative to honey to make it more diabetic-friendly?
- You can substitute honey with a low-carb sweetener such as stevia or monk fruit, which won’t spike blood sugar.
Can I freeze this apple crisp?
- Yes, you can freeze it. Allow it to cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven to restore crispness.
What can I use instead of almond flour for nut allergies?
- For a nut-free option, replace almond flour with sunflower seed flour or coconut flour; note that coconut flour may require adjustment as it’s more absorbent.
How can I reduce saturated fat in this recipe?
- Replace coconut oil with avocado oil, which is lower in saturated fat and provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. You can also use unsweetened applesauce instead of oil entirely for a fat-free option.

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 193kcal

Carbohydrates: 16.8g

Fiber: 4.4g

Sugar: 9g

Fat: 14g

Saturated Fat: 4.7g

Trans Fat:

Protein: 3.6g

Nutrition Facts

Baked Apple Crisp with Flaxseed and Pecans

Amount per Serving

Calories

193

% Daily Value*

Fat

Saturated Fat

4.7

Sodium

8.5

Potassium

128.2

Carbohydrates

16.8

Fiber

4.4

Sugar

Protein

3.6

Vitamin C

3.9

Calcium

42.1

Iron

0.9

Magnesium

26.6

Zinc

0.5

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Baked Apple Crisp with Flaxseed and Pecans

Why Diabetes Friendly?

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