Unjunked Recipes: (Episode 2) Unjunked Apple Crisp

There’s something about apple crisp that just feels like fall. The warm cinnamon, the sweet apples bubbling up under a golden oat topping, it’s cozy, comforting, and reminds us of family gatherings and crisp autumn days.

But let’s be real: most traditional apple crisps are loaded with white sugar, butter, and flour. Delicious? Sure. But also heavy, overly sweet, and not the kind of treat that makes you feel good afterwards.

That’s why I created this Unjunked Apple Crisp. It’s still warm, sweet, and cozy (your kitchen will smell amazing while it bakes!), but it’s made with simple, real-food ingredients you can feel good about serving your family.

Why This Apple Crisp is “Unjunked”

✔️ No refined sugar – sweetened naturally with maple syrup and the apples themselves.
✔️ No white flour – almond and coconut flour keep it wholesome and gluten-free.
✔️ Healthy fats – coconut oil instead of butter.
✔️ Fiber + protein boost – thanks to oats and pecans, this crisp actually nourishes while it satisfies.

Unjunked Apple Crisp Recipe

Ingredients

For the filling:

  • 4 apples – sliced thinly

  • ½ cup water

  • 1 Tbsp cinnamon

For the topping:

  • 1 cup oats

  • ¼ cup almond flour

  • ¼ cup coconut flour

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ cup melted coconut oil

  • ¼ cup maple syrup

Optional: ¼ cup pecans, chopped

Instructions

  • Cook the apples:

    • Place sliced apples in a frying pan with ½ cup of water and 1 Tbsp cinnamon.

    • Cook over medium heat until the apples are tender, adding a splash more water if needed.

  • Make the topping:

    • In a bowl, mix oats, almond flour, coconut flour, and cinnamon.

    • Stir in melted coconut oil and maple syrup until crumbly.

  • Assemble:

    • Spread apples evenly in a greased 9x9 cake pan or tart pan.

    • Sprinkle pecans over apples.

    • Top with the oat mixture.

  • Bake:

    • Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes, until golden and bubbly.

  • Serve:

    • Enjoy warm on its own, or top with a scoop of vanilla Greek yogurt or coconut cream for a healthy twist on classic apple crisp à la mode.

Tips & Variations

  • Kid-friendly: Serve in little ramekins for fun single servings.

  • Extra cozy: Add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves to the apples for deeper fall spice.

  • Make it a breakfast crisp: Serve leftovers cold with plain Greek yogurt for a quick, fiber-packed breakfast.

Why You’ll Love It

This crisp proves that desserts don’t have to be junked-up with processed sugar and flour to be delicious. It’s:

  • Simple (ready in about 30 minutes)

  • Wholesome (made with real ingredients)

  • Crowd-pleasing (no one will miss the sugar!)

It’s comfort food, the Unjunked way.

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"Unjunked Apple Crisp – a cozy fall dessert made with real-food ingredients. Gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and totally family-approved!"

Michelle Walker

a mom, former educator, and the founder of Unjunk America - a movement dedicated to helping families ditch processed foods, decode food labels, and reconnect with real food. With a warm, no-judgment approach, Michelle empowers parents to make simple, sustainable changes in their kitchens, one meal at a time.

Learn more or join the movement at UnjunkAmerica.com.