Indulge in the cozy flavors of autumn with these Vegan Apple Crumble Squares—an irresistible dessert that's as wholesome as it is delicious. Featuring a buttery oat crust made with rolled oats, brown sugar, and coconut oil, and layered with a spiced apple filling infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of lemon juice, this recipe brings all the comforts of a classic apple crumble in a convenient, hand-held form. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and free of dairy or eggs, these squares are perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike. Baked to golden perfection in just under an hour, they’re ideal for potlucks, holiday tables, or an indulgent afternoon snack. Serve them warm with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream, or enjoy them at room temperature as a guilt-free treat that’s brimming with flavor and texture.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking dish with coconut oil or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, and brown sugar. Add melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt, mixing until well combined to form a crumbly texture.
Reserve 1 cup of the oat mixture for the topping and press the remaining mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
In another bowl, combine the peeled and diced apples with lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Toss until the apple pieces are evenly coated.
Spread the apple mixture evenly over the bottom crust in the baking pan.
Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the apples, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Remove from the oven and allow the crumble squares to cool completely in the pan to set before slicing.
Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy these vegan apple crumble squares warm or at room temperature.
Calories |
2983 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 124.9 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.9 g | 474% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1220 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 436.2 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.7 g | 142% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.9 g | ||
| Protein | 42.0 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1753 mg | 37% | |
*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.