Baked Apple Crisp with Flaxseed and Pecans
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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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.
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Equipment
- 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
For the Topping:
- almond flour ½ cup
- oats ¼ cup
- flaxseed (ground) 2 tbsp
- pecans (or walnuts, chopped) ¼ cup
- coconut oil (melted) 2 tbsp
- honey 1 tsp
- cinnamon ½ tsp
- salt 1 pinch
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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.
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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.
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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 diabetes-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.
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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
Serving Size
0.6 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
193
% Daily Value*
Fat
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
4.7
g
29
%
Sodium
8.5
mg
0
%
Potassium
128.2
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
16.8
g
6
%
Fiber
4.4
g
18
%
Sugar
9
g
10
%
Protein
3.6
g
7
%
Vitamin C
3.9
mg
5
%
Calcium
42.1
mg
4
%
Iron
0.9
mg
5
%
Magnesium
26.6
mg
7
%
Zinc
0.5
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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