Delicious Healthy Apple Crumble

Delicious Healthy Apple Crumble

This Gut-Friendly Apple Crumble dessert is a lighter, nutrient-dense twist on the classic dessert, designed to support your gut health, digestion and overall health.

Try it now from the Tummy Health Challenge.

Apple Crumble

(Serves 6)

Ingredients

For the Filling:
•    4 medium green apples (Granny Smith preferred, ~600g peeled and diced)
•    1 tsp cinnamon 
•    1 tbsp lemon juice 
•    1 tbsp honey or maple syrup 

For the Crumble Topping:
•    1/2 cup (50g) rolled oats   
•    1/4 cup (25g) almond meal 
•    1/4 cup (25g) whole-wheat flour 
•    2 tbsp (20g) ground flaxseeds  
•    2 tbsp (30g) coconut oil or olive oil 
•    1 tbsp (15g) coconut sugar or brown sugar (optional, for caramelised flavour)

Method

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the diced apples with cinnamon, lemon juice, and honey or maple syrup (if using).
  3. Spread the apple mixture evenly in a baking dish.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, almond meal, whole-wheat flour, ground flaxseeds, and coconut sugar (if using).
  5. Add the coconut oil and mix with your fingers until the mixture forms a crumbly texture.
  6. Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the apples.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy as is or with a dollop of unsweetened Greek yogurt for added probiotics.

Benefits

For Tummy Fat Reduction:
1.    Low-Glycemic Ingredients: Green apples, oats, and almond meal help stabilise blood sugar and reduce fat storage.
2.    Healthy Fats: Coconut oil or olive oil supports hormone regulation and promotes satiety.
3.    Cinnamon: Helps regulate blood sugar and enhances fat metabolism.

For Gut Health:
1.    Fibre-Rich Ingredients: Apples, oats, and flaxseeds promote digestion and support a healthy microbiome.
2.    Prebiotic Benefits: Flaxseeds and whole-grain ingredients feed beneficial gut bacteria.
3.    Optional Greek Yogurt: Adds probiotics to support gut health.

Nutritional value (Per Serving) 
•    Calories: 203 kcal
•    Protein: 3.5 g
•    Carbohydrates: 30.6 g
•    Fat: 8.2 g
•    Fibre: 4.8 g

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