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    Home » Recipes » Dessert » Crisps

    Vegan Apple Crisp

    Published by Gwen Leron on October 11, 2019 (Updated October 7, 2024)

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    This vegan apple crisp recipe is a dessert you’re going to want to make every fall (and even year-round!). The apple crisp topping is slightly sweet and spiced to perfection and one of the best things about this simple apple crisp is that it’s very easy to make. Serve this vegan dessert plain or take it over the top by serving with a scoop of dairy free ice cream!

    This vegan apple crisp recipe is a dessert you’re going to want to make multiple times, every fall (and even year-round!). Tender, perfectly spiced caramelized apples are topped with a crumbly, slightly sweet oat topping and one of the best things about this vegan gluten free apple crisp is that it’s simple to make.

    Serve this easy vegan dessert plain or take it over the top by serving with a scoop of dairy free ice cream!

    Non dairy apple crisp in a small glass bowl with a scoop of coconut ice cream on top.

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    Vegan crisps are one of the best, most delicious, and easiest desserts you can make. They're warm, comforting, and not overly sweet...they're actually one of my favourite desserts to make.

    I like them so much that I have several recipes on my website already, this vegan apple crisp is the latest addition to the growing collection:

    • Blueberry Crisp
    • Pear Cranberry Crisp
    • Peach Blueberry Crisp
    • Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp
    • Peach Crisp

    Let's walk through how to make easy vegan apple crisp (that happens to be nut-free, wheat-free, dairy-free, and gluten-free) and everything else you need to know to make it!

    How to Make It

    (Note: I’ve outlined the step-by-step on how to make this recipe here, but find the full recipe, ingredients, and directions at the end of this post.)

    Below you will see all of the apple crisp ingredients (except for the ingredients that get mixed with the apples!).

    Since this is an apple crisp recipe with oats, if you're gluten free, you'll want to make sure the rolled oats you're using are certified gluten-free. Check the label for that info.

    To make the vegan crisp topping, you'll be using coconut oil instead of butter, which is what non-vegan crisps usually call for.

    To make the topping it's just a matter of mixing all the ingredients you see below on the top left.

    First sequence of steps needed to make vegan apple crisp.

    How to Prepare the Apples

    For the apple filling, I peel the apples, cut them in quarters and then slice as shown above. You want each slice to be roughly ⅛ of an inch thick, you don't want them to be too thick or too thin.

    You'll then add the spices and a few other ingredients to the apples, stir, and then it's time to assemble.

    Best Apples for Apple Crisp

    Any apples that would be good for apple pie will be a good match for this recipe.

    Apples that not overly sweet, are firm, will hold their shape, and won’t get mushy after baking are ideal. Apples such as: Gala, Ambrosia, Pink Lady, Braeburn, Honeycrisp, Mutsu, or Golden Delicious all work well.

    You can also use a mix of sweet and tart apples (try Granny Smith, along with Ambrosia or Gala). Using just one type of apple is also fine, for the batch you see in the pictures, I used just Gala.

    Second sequence of steps needed to make vegan apple crisp.

    Assembling and Baking It

    Once you've prepared the apples, add them to your baking dish (you can also bake them individually, more details on that below). Make sure the apples form an even layer and then add the oat topping, creating another even layer.

    The next step is baking your apple crisp and once it's done, let it cool slightly and serve warm.

    Overhead shot of gluten free apple crisp in a small glass bowl.

    How to Serve It

    Serving it plain, like in the image above, is perfectly fine and not necessary to serve with a topping since the apples caramelize with the coconut sugar and maple syrup to create its own delicious caramel-like sauce.

    BUT...if you want to take it up a notch, serve with a scoop of your favourite non-dairy vanilla ice cream, coconut milk ice cream, or with coconut whipped cream.

    How to Bake as Individual Servings

    In the pictures, I'm shown making the crisp in an 8 x 8 baking dish, but I also give directions in the recipe below on how to make them in individual serving ramekins.

    Making them as individual servings makes things slightly quicker for serving and great for presentation. My ramekins are 8oz each and you can buy them here.

    Overhead shot of vegan apple crisp in a small bowl, crisp is topped with a scoop of ice cream.

    Can It Be Made Ahead?

    This recipe is best served after it has been freshly baked and cooled until it’s warm, but if you need to make it ahead of time, go ahead and do so, but warm it up again before serving.

    Another option would be to assemble everything, cover, refrigerate and then pop into the oven when you're ready to bake it.

    Storing Leftovers

    Cool the crisp fully and store in an airtight container or in a container covered with wrap in the refrigerator.

    As time goes on, the oat topping will absorb the moisture from the apples, which will result in a mushy dessert. So the sooner you can serve, the better!

    Vegan apple crisp in a bowl, bowl is sitting on a white table.

    If you make this quick, super easy, and delicious vegan apple crisp, please leave a star rating and tell me about it in the comments below!

    If you like this recipe, you may also like these other simple vegan apple recipes:

    • Baked Apple Slices
    • Apple Galette
    • Apple Cinnamon Baked Vegan Oatmeal
    • Apple Spice Steel Cut Oats
    • Slow Cooker Applesauce
    • Mini Apple Muffins
    • Baked Apples
    • Apple Bread
    Close up shot of gluten free apple crisp in a bowl.
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    Vegan Apple Crisp

    This vegan apple crisp recipe is a dessert you’re going to want to make every fall (and even year-round!). Serve this vegan dessert plain or take it over the top by serving with a scoop of dairy free ice cream!
    Prep Time:20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time:45 minutes minutes
    Total Time:1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes
    Author: Gwen Leron
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
    Diet: Vegan
    Servings: 6

    Suggested Equipment:

    • 8" x 8" Glass Baking Dish
    • 8oz Ceramic Ramekins
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    Ingredients:

    Apple Layer:

    • 4 cups apples (peeled, chopped, and sliced, see image above, approximately 4 small apples or 3 medium apples)
    • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
    • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
    • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
    • 2 teaspoons arrowroot starch (cornstarch can also be used)
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    Topping:

    • 1 ¼ cups rolled oats (gluten free oats, if needed)
    • ½ cup oat flour
    • ¼ cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ cup soft coconut oil + a little extra for greasing baking dish or ramekins

    Instructions:

    • Pre-heat oven to 350° F (177° C).
    • Lightly grease the bottom and sides of 8 x 8 baking dish or 6 x 8 oz ramekins with coconut oil.
    • Peel, quarter, and slice apples. (see image above)
    • Add apples, coconut sugar, maple syrup, lemon juice, arrowroot starch, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt to a bowl. Stir until combined.
    • Add apples to an 8 x 8 baking dish and spread so you have an even layer. Set aside. (If using individual ramekins, divide mixture evenly among them)
    • Add rolled oats, oat flour, coconut sugar, and cinnamon to a bowl and whisk until combined.
    • Add coconut oil to oat mixture and mix until combined and crumbly.
    • Add all of the oat mixture to the top of the apple mixture and spread to make an even, loose layer (don't pack it down).
      If using individual ramekins, divide oat mixture evenly among the ramekins by adding to the top of the apples (don't pack it down).
    • If using an 8 x 8 dish, bake for 45 minutes until the fruit is bubbling and the top is golden.
      If using ramekins for 30-35 minutes until the fruit is bubbling and the top is golden.
    • Cool before serving, best when served warm.

    Recipe Notes:

    • Before making this recipe, please read all of the info above and below for helpful tips to ensure your dessert is a success.
    • This dessert is best enjoyed warm and on the day it was made, but if you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge. Warm up before serving again.
    • If you use extra virgin/unrefined coconut oil for this recipe, the topping will have a coconut flavour. If you would prefer to not have that flavour, please use refined coconut oil.
    • Old fashioned rolled oats must be used, NOT quick oats (topping will be too mushy) or steel cut oats (topping will not cook properly).
    • If you are making this in an 8 x 8 baking dish, servings can range from 4-6, depending on how small or large you make each serving.
    • Nutrition info listed below is for 1 of 6 servings (without any toppings) of the recipes made as written and is only to be used as a rough guide. Click here for more info on how nutrition info on this website is determined.

    Nutrition Info:

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 3.7g | Fat: 11.5g | Saturated Fat: 8.4g | Sodium: 7.7mg | Potassium: 216.4mg | Fiber: 5.5g | Sugar: 25.5g | Vitamin A: 29.4IU | Vitamin C: 3.61mg | Calcium: 24.8mg | Iron: 1.7mg
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    1. Danielle Parker-Warlich says

      August 18, 2024 at 1:23 pm

      I don't like using coconut oil. Is there a substitute you suggest instead please?

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      • Gwen Leron says

        August 19, 2024 at 11:58 am

        Hi Danielle, vegan butter can be used instead. I hope you love it!

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