Plant Based Pecan Apple Crisp Recipe
Today we are making a Plant Based Pecan Apple Crisp Recipe! We’re diving headfirst into the world of fall desserts, and there’s no better way to do it than with this delightful creation. Let me tell you why apple crisp with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream reigns supreme as the perfect fall dessert (and at the top of the list for apple desserts), break down its delectable components, and share how we’re giving it a vegan twist!
Apple Season is Here!
It’s that time of year – apple season! As a cool breeze rustles through the colorful leaves, you take a trip to spend a perfect day at the apple orchard, searching for the best apple you can find. You find yourself nestled in the warmth of your cozy kitchen. What’s that delightful aroma wafting through the air? It’s the unmistakable scent of apple crisp, the quintessential fall dessert. Apple crisp embodies the very essence of autumn, capturing the nostalgia of harvest season and the comfort of homemade goodness. The combination of cinnamon-kissed apples with a golden, crisp topping is a match made in dessert heaven. It’s a dessert that bridges generations and brings families together, making it the undisputed champion of fall sweets.
So, what makes up this dairy free apple crisp? At its core is an apple layer made of sliced apples, infused with a blend of fall spices, ensuring each bite is an explosion of warm, comforting flavors. And then, there’s the “crisp” part – a mouthwatering concoction of simple ingredients to make a crumble topping. Quick oats, flour, sweeteners and melted vegan butter! But the star of the show, the secret weapon, is undoubtedly the pecans. These buttery, nutty gems not only add a delightful crunch but also a rich, toasty flavor that elevates the entire dish. Together, these components create a symphony of textures and tastes that define the magic of this easy vegan apple crisp!
Why You’ll Love This Plant Based Pecan Apple Crisp Recipe
Fall Spice Magic: As the leaves turn golden and the air gets crisp, we all yearn for those comforting autumnal flavors. This recipe doesn’t hold back on the fall spice department. This crisp tastes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of clove mixed with warm, juicy apple slices. The aroma that fills your kitchen as this crisp bakes is like a warm hug from fall itself.
Every bite is a taste of the season, a reminder of those chilly evenings spent by the fire, and the anticipation of holidays just around the corner. These spices not only elevate the taste but also infuse your home with that unmistakable fall ambiance.
All Vegan: We’re taking this classic apple crisp and giving it a plant-based twist. The apple filling and crispy topping are entirely vegan, meaning no animal products were used. We’ve replaced traditional butter with vegan butter, ensuring a rich, buttery flavor while keeping it entirely plant-powered.
Substitutions
Apples: I used Honeycrisp apples for this recipe, but another type of apple can work. Jonagold or Fuji apples have a sweet and tart flavor and firm texture that will work here. Granny Smith apples and Honey crisp are popular ones to use in crisps as well.
Flour: This recipe uses all-purpose flour. I have not tried it with a gluten-free flour blend, but this may work in a 1:1 substitution. Do not substitute with whole wheat flour, as it will make the topping dense and not as tasty!
Butter: Melt Organics make salted vegan butter sticks that are perfect for this vegan recipe. Make sure to use vegan butter, not a margarine-style spread. You can also try using refined coconut oil, that does not smell or taste like coconut (it should not be virgin or extra-virgin).
Brown Sugar: Try using light brown sugar instead of dark. Coconut sugar as a healthier alternative will change the taste and texture, so try at your own risk.
Oats: Use old-fashioned, dry rolled oats. You can try quick-cooking oats as a substitute.
Cinnamon: Use ground cinnamon, or make your own fresh by blitzing up a cinnamon stick in a spice grinder.
Lemon Juice: For best results, use fresh lemon juice, not the bottled kind. Bottled juice usually tastes more acidic.
Plant Based Pecan Apple Crisp Recipe Notes
- Top with vegan whipped cream (Gay Lea brand makes delicious coconut cream based whip, which can be found next to the regular aerosol cans of whipped cream in the grocery store)!
- Add a quarter teaspoon of vanilla extract (to start with, add more as desired) to the apple mixture if you enjoy a hint of vanilla flavor.
More Fall Recipes You’ll Love
Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino
Pumpkin Spice Chia Seed Pudding
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Plant Based Pecan Apple Crisp Recipe
Equipment
- Oven
- Square 8×8 Inch Baking Tray
Ingredients
- 3 medium crisp red apples
- 6 tbsp vegan butter at room temperature
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup dry rolled oats
- ½ tsp pink salt
- ½ cup pecans chopped
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Grease the bottom of the baking tray with extra vegan butter.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, ½ cup of brown sugar, oats, pecans and salt. Stir in the butter.
- Place the apples at the bottom of the baking dish and toss with the remaining ¼ cup of brown sugar, cinnamon and lemon juice.
- Spread the apples over the base of the baking dish in an even layer.
- Press the crumb mixture together to create clumps, then sprinkle it over the apples.
- Bake for 1 hour, until the apples are soft.
- Once the time is up, remove the baking dish from the oven. Allow it to cool on a heat proof surface for 10-15 minutes.
- Then cut into 6 servings, topping each serving with vegan cool whip or ice cream. Enjoy!
Notes
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Storage
- Store in an airtight container refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Recipe veganized from here.
