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🍎 Vegan Apple Cinnamon Crumble (Healthy Fall Dessert)

When the weather cools down and the leaves begin to crunch under your feet, there’s nothing more comforting than the smell of baked apples and cinnamon filling the kitchen. This vegan apple crumble brings all the nostalgia of grandma’s apple pie — but without the butter or refined sugar.

Made with crisp apples, warm spices, and a golden oat topping, this dessert is the definition of cozy. The crumble melts into the apples, creating a caramel-like layer underneath that pairs perfectly with a drizzle of maple syrup or a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream.

Whether you’re wrapping up a family dinner, watching your favorite fall movie, or simply craving something sweet yet wholesome, this apple crumble hits every note — warm, golden, sweet, and perfectly spiced.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Naturally sweetened with maple syrup — no refined sugar
  • Easy, one-bowl prep (no mixer required!)
  • Crispy on top, gooey in the middle
  • Perfect for cozy fall evenings 🍁
  • Pairs beautifully with vegan ice cream or coconut whipped cream

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 35 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Best Season: Fall, Winter
Description

This vegan apple crumble is warm, golden, and bursting with cinnamon. A perfect healthy dessert for fall

Ingredients
    For the Apple Filling:
  • 4 large apples (Honeycrisp or Gala)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
    • For the Oat Crumble:
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • Pinch of salt
Instructions
    1️⃣ Prepare the Apples
  1. 1
    In a mixing bowl, toss your sliced apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup until evenly coated.
    2. 2️⃣ Make the Crumble Topping
  2. 2
    In a separate bowl, combine oats, almond flour, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup. Mix until the texture resembles damp sand — crumbly but slightly sticky.
    3. 3️⃣ Assemble the Crumble
  3. 3
    Spread the apple mixture evenly in a small baking dish. Sprinkle the oat crumble over top, covering completely but not pressing down too hard.
    4. 4️⃣ Bake Until Golden
  4. 4
    Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until the crumble is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
    5. 5️⃣ Cool & Serve
  5. 5
    Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Note

💡 Tips

  • Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the crumble for crunch
  • Use a mix of apple types for a deeper flavor
  • Double the batch and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days
Keywords: Vegan dessert, healthy sweets recipes, fall dessert, apple recipes, dairy-free baking, autumn comfort food, oat crumble
Read it online: https://dreamlifecooking.net/recipe/%f0%9f%8d%8e-vegan-apple-cinnamon-crumble-healthy-fall-dessert/
Kiara
Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi, I'm Samantha, a full-time food blogger, mother of 2 beautiful daughters and a lovely wife. I live in New Jersey with my family. Loves traveling, sharing new recipes, and spending time with my family.