Easy Apple Crisp (Vegan & Gluten Free)

If there’s one dessert that never goes out of style, it’s a warm, bubbling apple crisp. Sweet cinnamon apples topped with a golden, crunchy oat crumble—what’s not to love? This Easy Apple Crisp (Vegan & Gluten Free) recipe is cozy, easy to make, and comes together with simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.

Unlike pie, apple crisp skips the fuss of rolling out dough, but still delivers that classic baked apple flavor we all crave when the weather cools down. Plus, this version is naturally sweetened with maple syrup and coconut sugar, making it a little lighter while still tasting indulgent. Serve it fresh from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you’ve got the perfect fall dessert.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Apple Crisp (Vegan & Gluten Free) Recipe

• Simple ingredients – no fancy baking required.
• Perfectly spiced – cinnamon, vanilla, and a touch of pumpkin spice for cozy fall flavor.
• Gluten-free friendly – easily adaptable with gluten-free flour and oats.
• Naturally sweetened – maple syrup and coconut sugar keep it wholesome but still delicious.
• Crowd-pleasing – great for holidays, dinner parties, or a casual weeknight treat.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

For the apple filling:

• 4–5 medium apples
• Lemon juice
• Lemon zest
• Maple syrup
• Ground cinnamon
• Vanilla extract
• Pumpkin spice
• Arrowroot flour (or cornstarch)
• Pinch of salt

For the crumble topping:

• Gluten-free flour (or all-purpose)
• Rolled oats
• Coconut sugar
• Olive oil
• Ground cinnamon
• Vanilla extract
• Pumpkin spice
• Salt

Tips & Variations

• Try using a mix of apples for the best flavor—Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, and Fuji are all great options.
• For extra crunch, add chopped pecans or walnuts to the topping.
• Make it vegan by using agave instead of honey and dairy-free ice cream for serving.

A Fall Dessert You’ll Make on Repeat

This Easy Apple Crisp (Vegan & Gluten Free) is everything you want in a fall dessert: warm, cozy, sweet, and spiced just right. It’s simple enough for weeknights but impressive enough for holiday gatherings. Once you try it, you’ll want to bake it again and again—because nothing says fall quite like apple crisp.

Looking for more fall dessert recipes? Here are a few ideas:

• Easy One Bowl Vegan and Gluten-Free Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars
• The Best Soft Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
• Easy Vegan and Gluten-Free Thumbprint Cookies Filled with Apple Butter

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