Diabetic-Friendly Apple and Walnut Crisp
This diabetic-friendly apple and walnut crisp is a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavors of fall. The crisp is made with a base of tart apples, which are tossed in lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. The topping is made with a combination of unsweetened almond milk, brown sugar substitute, rolled oats, chopped walnuts, and cold unsalted butter. The crisp is baked until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
The apple crisp is a classic American dessert that dates back to the early 1900s. The crisp was originally made with a base of apples, sugar, and flour. Over time, the recipe has evolved to include a variety of different ingredients, including oats, nuts, and spices. This diabetic-friendly version of the apple crisp is made with unsweetened almond milk and brown sugar substitute, which makes it a healthier option for people with diabetes. The crisp is still just as delicious as the traditional version, but it is much lower in sugar and calories.
Diabetic-Friendly Apple and Walnut Crisp Diabetic-Friendly Apple and Walnut Crisp Diabetic-Friendly Apple and Walnut Crisp Diabetic-Friendly Apple and Walnut Crisp
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 35 | Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • 2 pounds tart apples, peeled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar substitute
  • 1/3 cup rolled oats
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Stir together apples, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together almond milk and brown sugar substitute until combined.
  4. Combine oats, walnuts, and butter in a medium bowl.
  5. Pour apple mixture into a greased 8-inch baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle oat mixture evenly over the apples.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
  8. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Why It Works
  • The tart apples provide a nice contrast to the sweet topping.
  • The lemon juice helps to brighten the flavors of the apples and spices.
  • The cinnamon and nutmeg add a warm and inviting flavor to the crisp.
  • The oats and walnuts add a crunchy texture to the crisp.
  • The cold unsalted butter helps to create a flaky topping.