Warm, cozy, and nutritious, this Protein Apple Crisp is the perfect fall dessert. The tart apples, sweet cinnamon, and crunchy oat topping come together to create a dish that’s not only delicious but also packs in some extra protein for a healthier indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling:
- 4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
For the Crisp Topping:
- 2 scoops High Whey Protein (Vanilla or Unflavored)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (or butter)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or pie dish with coconut oil or butter.
- Prepare the apple filling: In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and maple syrup or honey. Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Make the crisp topping: In a separate bowl, mix the oats, almond flour, protein powder, cinnamon, and chopped nuts (if using). Add the coconut oil and maple syrup or honey, and mix until crumbly.
- Assemble: Sprinkle the crisp topping evenly over the apples.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Let the apple crisp cool slightly before serving. It’s delicious on its own or topped with a scoop of vanilla Greek yogurt or a dollop of whipped cream.
This Protein Apple Crisp is the ultimate fall comfort food with a healthy twist. The sweet and spiced apple filling combined with the crunchy protein-rich topping makes it a perfect dessert or even a post-workout treat!
