This healthy apple and plum crumble is the ultimate comforting breakfast and dessert for fall. The best part? It is high in complex carbs and skips refined sugar for a deliciously healthy treat.
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To make this crumble, I used two of my favourite fall fruits, plums and apples. Their different textures go so well together and form a sweet and tangy combination. Throw in some warming spices, cover with a healthy crust, and after 30 minutes in the oven, a deliciously healthy dessert is born.
Another thing I love about making this apple and plum crumble? While baking, the smell in the kitchen from the fruits and warming spices is divine and will make your loved ones run to the table to get some of this delicious treat.
Love to cook with fall fruits? Make this healthy apple pie oatmeal or nourishing plum compote to celebrate seasonal produce.
Why you'll love this recipe
- tangy and sweet
- delicious use of fall produce
- comforting and nourishing
- refined sugar-free
- ready in 30 minutes
Ingredients
Ingredients for the fruit layer
Ingredients for crumble topping
For the fruit layer:
Plums – The riper the plums, the sweeter and juicier the fruit layer of the crumble will be.
Apple – I used a sweeter variety like “Pink Lady” for this recipe.
Cinnamon – Use ground cinnamon to sprinkle over the fruit before baking.
Vanilla extract – I always use vanilla when baking because it takes desserts to the next level.
Maple syrup – You can also use agave syrup or honey as a natural sweetener.
For the crumble topping:
Rolled oats – The oats give the crumble an extra crunchy crust.
Almond flour – I use almond flour in this recipe because it is neutral in taste, which gives the other flavours room to shine. But you can also make this recipe with coconut or hazelnut flour to add these flavours.
Hazelnut meal – Feel free to use almond meal, walnut meal or other ground nuts you like.
Sliced almonds – You can also use slivered almonds in this recipe.
Coconut oil – If the coconut oil is solid, melt it in the microwave before using it.
Maple syrup – You can also use agave syrup or honey as an alternative in this recipe.
Vanilla extract – I rarely bake a sweet treat without adding a hint of vanilla. It goes so well with the fruits and makes this dish even more flavourful.
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180ºC (~ 350ºF). Halve the plums and remove the pit. Core the apples, remove the kernels and chop them.
Put the halved plums into a small baking pan (10x20 cm).
Now, add the chopped apple and sprinkle with cinnamon, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
Mix the rolled oats, ground hazelnuts, sliced almonds, and cinnamon powder in a bowl.
Add vanilla extract, coconut oil and maple syrup.
Mix with a spoon until well combined.
Now, scatter the topping over the plum and apple layer and sprinkle with more sliced almonds. Bake for about 20 minutes until the crust is golden.
Equipment
- baking pan
- bowl and spoon for mixing
- chopping board
- knife
Serving ideas
Serve this apple and plum crumble with regular, Greek or plant-based yoghurt to add a creamy but healthy touch to this crispy dessert.
If you want to really indulge, add a dollop of this caramel nice cream, vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Recipe FAQs
You can easily swap out the apple and plums for other fruits you like to make your favourite version of the crumble.
Try other stone fruits like pears, apricots, nectarines, peaches and more to make good use of all the delicious fall produce.
The crumble is best served right after making. Store leftovers of this apple and plum crumble in the fridge. Keep in mind that the crumble crust will not stay as crunchy as it is when taking the crumble right out of the oven.
Apple and Plum Crumble
Ingredients
For the fruit layer
- 5 plums
- 1 apple
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
For the crumble topping
- 50 g rolled oats (½cup)
- 30 g almond flour (¼ cup)
- 2 tablespoon ground hazelnuts
- 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoon coconut oil melted
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180ºC (~ 350ºF). Halve the plums and remove the pit. Core the apples, remove the kernels and chop them.
- Put the plum and apple pieces into a small baking pan (10x20 cm). Sprinkle with cinnamon and vanilla extract. Set aside.
- Mix the rolled oats, ground hazelnuts, sliced almonds, and cinnamon powder in a bowl. Add vanilla extract, coconut oil and maple syrup. Stir until well combined.
- Scatter the topping over the plum and apple layer and sprinkle with more sliced almonds. Bake for about 20 minutes until the crust is golden.
- Take out the oven and serve with yoghurt and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
- Double the ingredients and use a bigger baking pan to make this plum and apple crumble for a crowd.
- The crumble is best served right after making. Store leftovers in the fridge, but be aware that the crumble crust will not stay as crunchy as it is when taking it right out of the oven.
- Serve with regular, Greek or plant-based yoghurt to add a creamy but healthy touch to this crispy dessert.
Nutrition
Nutritional values are estimates only calculated with online tools. The author of this website is not a nutritionist nor a doctor. All the nutritional data provided in the recipes and correspondent blog posts are for informational purposes only. Do not use the information as nutritional or medical advice. Since the nutritional value can vary depending on the products used, it is recommended to calculate it based on the actual type of ingredients used.
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