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    Vegan Apple Crumble

    Published: Mar 21, 2020 · Modified: Dec 31, 2023 by Gaby Dimova · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

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    Get ready to indulge in the best Vegan Apple Crumble Recipe! Tender baked cinnamon-sugar coated apples pair up with a sweet, buttery oat topping to create the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert. Take it to the next level by serving warm with a big scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream! 

    A plate of vegan apple crumble on a plate topped with a scoop of ice cream.

    I love apple desserts and especially apple pie, but sometimes I don't want the fuss of making a vegan pie crust. This easy vegan apple crumble is a simple solution and has your name written all over it if you agree!

    With simple ingredients that are easy to find, this dairy-free apple crumble is the perfect recipe to serve during the holidays or any time of year! It's sure to satisfy everyone's sweet tooth!

    If you love apple desserts, be sure to check out my apple bars, vegan apple cake, and apple pop tarts next!

    What You'll Need for This Vegan Crumble

    This vegan apple crumble recipe is easy to make with basic ingredients you can get at most grocery stores. Check the recipe card below for ingredient measurements. 

    Filling Ingredients

    • Apples: Fresh, juicy apples make up the base for the filling.
    • Lemon and Orange: You'll need both lemon juice and orange juice with zest from both citrus fruits which will help balance out the flavors.
    • Flour: This is used to coat the apple mixture and helps thicken the juices.
    • Cinnamon and Sugar: These work together to flavor and sweeten the apple filling.

    Topping Ingredients

    • Flour and Oats: These work together to add crunch and texture to the crumbly topping.
    • Vegan Butter: Adds a rich and buttery flavor to the crumble mixture.
    • Baking Powder: Makes the crumble topping more tender.
    • Cinnamon and Sugar: Provide flavor and sweetness to the topping mixture.
    • Salt: A pinch of salt helps to balance the sweetness of the topping.

    Variations and Substitutions

    • Gluten-Free: Simply swap the all-purpose flour called for in the filling with your favorite 1:1 gluten-free flour blend, cornstarch or arrowroot starch. You can also use 1:1 gluten-free flour in the topping mixture or try using almond flour or almond meal.
    • Vegan Butter: Not a fan of vegan margarine? Try using coconut oil as a replacement instead.
    • Sugar: Looking for an unrefined option? In place of white sugar, you can use coconut sugar in both the filling and the topping.
    • Change up the flavor: Add a splash of vanilla extract to the filling or a pinch of pumpkin pie spice to the crumble topping.

    How to Make This Vegan Apple Crumble

    1. Peel and chop the apples into small chunks that are similar in size.  Add them to a large bowl along with the flour, cinnamon, sugar, lemon juice and zest, and the orange juice and zest. Mix until all of the apples are evenly coated.
    Apples in a bowl with some of the ingredients added on top to flavor the apples.
    1. Add all of the topping ingredients to another bowl and mix until all the butter pieces are well incorporated. The best way to do this is by using your fingers to break up the chunks of butter.
    Apple crumble topping in a bowl.
    1. Transfer the apple mixture into a baking dish in an even layer. Use your hands to distribute the crumble topping on top of the apple layer.
    Apples layered in a baking dish and topped with the crumble topping.
    1. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45-60 minutes until golden brown. I prefer a nice crisp topping, so I baked mine for a full hour.
    Apple crumble in a baking dish after it's cooked.

    How to Store

    Store leftover apple crumble in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow it to cool completely before storing. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months, but be sure to thaw it fully before reheating. To reheat, scoop out individual portions and warm up in the microwave or oven. 

    Serving Suggestions

    This apple crumble is best served warm with vegan ice cream or non-dairy whipped topping. It's also great drizzled with some vegan caramel or chocolate sauce or topped with maple syrup and chopped nuts. 

    Enjoy it with a whipped coffee or your favorite coffee drink!

    Expert Tips

    • Vegan Butter: Be sure your vegan butter is cold. Using room temperature or melted butter will cause spreading, while cold butter helps to hold the crumble ingredients together for the perfect amount of crisp when baking. 
    • Type of Apples: Choosing the right apple is key to this recipe. Two great options are pink lady apples and granny smith apples. You can also use a combination of tart apples and sweet apples, such as granny smith and Honeycrisp.  
    • Cutting the Apples: Be sure to chop the apples into small, similar-sized chunks rather than slices. This helps them to bake evenly and makes it easy to scoop out the apple crumble when serving

    Video

    I also made a little video to show the whole process so I hope that makes it easy to follow.

    Recipe FAQs

    What's another name for apple crumble?

    Apple crumble is often also called apple crisp. Both a crumble and a crisp are names for a dessert made of fruit baked with a crumble topping. 

    Is apple crumble vegan?

    Traditional apple crumble recipes are not vegan because they are made with butter. However, this vegan version uses a plant-based butter alternative instead.

    A forkful of vegan crumble on a fork held up over the plate in the background.

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    Vegan Apple Crumble Recipe

    Gaby Dimova
    Get ready to indulge in the best Vegan Apple Crumble Recipe! Tender baked cinnamon-sugar coated apples pair up with a sweet, buttery oat topping to create the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert. Take it to the next level by serving warm with a big scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream! 
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 30 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 hour hr
    Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 9
    Calories 155 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Filling

    • 1.5 lb apples (about the same as 5 small apples)
    • ½ lemon use both the juice and zest
    • ½ orange use both juice and zest
    • 1 tablespoon flour
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ¼ cup sugar

    Crumble Topping

    • ½ cup flour
    • ⅓ cup oats
    • ¼ cup vegan butter
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • 3 tablespoon sugar
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • pinch of salt

    Instructions
     

    Filling

    • Start by washing and peeling your apples.
    • Then chop them up in small pieces (about 1 inch in length).
    • Add them to a large bowl and then add all of the filling ingredients.
    • Mix well. Then transfer to a baking dish.

    Crumble

    • Add all of the topping ingredients and mix them well. Make sure all the chunks of butter are incorporated in.
    • Use your hands to distribute the crumble topping all over the apple filling.
    • Place your apple crumble in the oven and bake at 375*F for 45-60 minutes. I like when the top of the crumble is crispy, so I baked mine for a full hour.
    • Definitely top it with some whipped cream or vegan ice cream!

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 155kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.03gSodium: 58mgPotassium: 143mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Theresa

      April 24, 2022 at 7:29 am

      I’m confused because your videos have different Ingredients and measurements than your written recipe.

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      • Gaby Dimova

        September 29, 2022 at 11:26 pm

        You're completely right! I had updated the recipe and forgot to change the video but it's fixed now- thank you!! 🙂

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