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    Home » Breakfast » Healthy Apple Crumble Recipe (with Pear)

    Healthy Apple Crumble Recipe (with Pear)

    Published: Nov 26, 2020 · Modified: Jan 26, 2022 by Kristi · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Delicious apple dessert made with wholesome ingredients from scratch. See how easy this healthy apple crumble recipe (with pear) is to make. It's a kid favorite!

    Inside of the apple pear crisp

    About this recipe

    Nothing says Fall like a freshly baked apple dessert with a nice crumb topping and it's the perfect dessert to make around the holidays because it is pretty, naturally sweetened, and absolutely delicious.

    • This healthy apple crumble is made from scratch, using fresh apples, fresh pears, a few cranberries, and a healthy crumb topping.
    • This is a vegan recipe, which means it's made without any animal products.
    • Dairy-free and soy-free, so even kids with an allergy or intolerance to milk and/or soy can enjoy it!
    • Can be made with any kind of apple.
    • Keeping the apple and pear pieces small (bite-sized) reduces the baking time and makes it easier to eat for kids.

    For more seasonal recipes, try my Healthy Cranberry Sauce, Homemade Pumpkin Waffles, Perfectly Roasted Root Vegetables, and Roasted Brussel Sprouts recipes.

    And, for more healthier dessert recipes that kids love, check out my vegan blondies and cookie bar recipes!

    apple pear crisp ingredients, labeled

    ingredient notes

    • Apples High in fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.
    • Bartlett Pears High in fiber and vitamin C. According to the California Pears, Bartlett pears are considered the sweetest, juiciest, and most flavorful pear.
    • Lemon juice Added for flavor.
    • Maple Syrup Natural sweetness.
    • Oats Oats are an excellent source of soluble fiber, insoluble fiber, phosphorus, thiamine, magnesium, and zinc.
    • Walnuts Walnuts are the only nut significantly high in omega-3 ALA, according to California Walnuts. Walnuts are also a good source of protein, fiber, and magnesium.
    • White whole wheat flour Unbleached and whole grain. Need I say more? haha!
    • Cinnamon and Nutmeg Added for flavor.
    • Salt Added for flavor.
    • Olive Oil Olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats and is full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
    • Cranberries Optional. Added for color and to balance out the flavor.
    apples and pears chopped, with a few cranberries

    step-by-step instructions

    1. Wash and cut fruit. Leave the skins on and cut apples and pears up into small, bite sized pieces.
    2. Make crumb topping in a small bowl.
    3. Mix together fruit and spices.
    4. Assemble apple-pear crumble. Spread fruit and spice mixture out evenly to cover the bottom of the baking dish. Then, top with crumb mixture.
    5. Bake in a 375 degree Fahrenheit oven for 25 minutes.

    serving suggestion

    Top this healthy apple crumble with yogurt or a small scoop of ice cream. The fruit crisp is delicious on its own, so adding yogurt or ice cream is completely optional.

    apple pear crisp cooked, in a round baking dish

    Expert tips and FAQs

    • Leave the skins on the apples and pears for added nutrients and for excellent texture. By cutting up the apple and pear into small pieces, when cooked, the skins won't be noticeable.
    • If your kids don't like foods that are 'tart' (like cranberries), consider adding only a few cranberries the first time you make this and encourage them to try it.
    • Kids love this when served as dessert!
    • This apple crumble also makes a healthy and delicious breakfast or after school snack!
    How can I tell if a pear is ripe?

    According to have a plant, all you need to do is simply apply pressure to the neck of the pear with your thumb. If it yields to pressure, it's ripe.

    What kind of apple is best to use?

    Use what you have. Any apple will work in this recipe! Because the cranberries add a touch of tartness, I suggest sticking with sweeter apples, like Gala.

    What can I substitute for pears?

    More apples!

    Inside of the apple pear crisp

    Healthy Apple Crumble Recipe (with Pear)

    Kristi
    Kids love this easy healthy apple crumble recipe served as a dessert or snack! It is made from scratch using wholesome ingredients and is perfect to serve in the colder months! Serve it alone or with a small amount of yogurt or ice cream.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 215 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Good quality knife
    • 1 Cutting board
    • 2 Mixing bowls
    • 1 Baking dish 8x8 or 9x9 inch
    • measuring cups and spoons

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 apples washed, cored, and chopped into bite-sized pieces (about 4 cups)
    • 2 pears washed, cored, and chopped into bite-sized pieces
    • ¼ cup cranberries optional
    • ¾ cup oats old fashioned rolled oats
    • ½ cup white whole wheat flour I used King Arthur brand
    • 1 lemon juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
    • 3 tablespoon walnuts finely chopped
    • 3 tablespoon maple syrup pure maple syrup
    • 3 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
    • 1 ½ teaspoon cinnamon divided
    • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
    • ½ teaspoon salt

    Instructions
     

    • Mix together apple and pear pieces, cranberries, lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Spread on the bottom of a 8x8 baking dish.
    • In a separate bowl, mix together oats, walnuts, flour, salt, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, olive oil, and maple syrup.
    • Spread oat mixture out evenly over the apple mixture.
    • Bake in a 375°F oven for 35 minutes.
    • Serve warm. Enjoy!

    Notes

    You do not have to peel the apples or pears. Keeping the skins on adds color, fiber, texture, and more nutritional value to this recipe. Plus it saves time!
    Serve this to your kids plain or with a glass of milk or serving of yogurt for breakfast or with a small scoop of ice cream for dessert!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 148mgPotassium: 211mgFiber: 6gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 56IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg
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