Lower Fat Cranberry Apple Crisp
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this Lower Fat Cranberry Apple Crisp, a guilt-free dessert that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Bursting with tender, spiced apples, tart cranberries, and a golden, crumbly oat topping, this lighter take on a classic favorite swaps heavy ingredients for healthier alternatives like unsweetened applesauce and whole wheat flour. Ready in just an hour, this crisp is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight treat. It’s low in fat yet big on flavor, with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger adding warmth to every bite. Serve it warm on its own or pair with low-fat yogurt or a scoop of light vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience. Perfect for anyone seeking a wholesome sweet treat with a seasonal twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
- 1 cup Fresh cranberries
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons Butter (melted)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or a similar-sized oven-safe dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples, cranberries, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss well to coat the fruit evenly.
Transfer the fruit mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
In a separate mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, ground ginger, and salt. Stir to mix.
Add the unsweetened applesauce and melted butter to the oat mixture. Mix until the topping becomes crumbly and slightly moist.
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the fruit mixture in the baking dish, covering the fruit completely.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit mixture is bubbling around the edges.
Remove the crisp from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm as is or with a dollop of low-fat yogurt or a small scoop of light vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.5 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 112 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 301 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
