By Wendy Stoltz and Yuliia Stsepeleva / Last Modified On February 15, 2023

Soft and juicy apples combined with Fall flavors make this the best gluten-free apple crumble. You'll be making this recipe all season long as it's so easy and just so good! Add a scoop of ice cream or dollops of cream, and you've got a comforting dessert.

This dessert is great for Thanksgiving and really all occasions. You'll find yourself making it all Fall as it's such a crowd pleaser. So, keep this recipe handy! You're going to be making it often! 

If you love all things apples like I do, then try this paleo apple crisp recipe that is quick to make and it's grain-free, gluten-free, and vegan. You're going to love these delicious gluten-free apple turnovers, they are like a gluten free pop tart, but better or my gluten-free apple crisp with a crunchy sweet topping and tender tart apples.

GLUTEN-FREE APPLE CRUMBLE RECIPE

A lot of people say that an apple crumble is the lazy version of an apple pie. I totally disagree, to me it is in a league of its own. With the abundance of apples during this season you have more than enough time to make other apple desserts. What I like most is how easy this recipe is.

I like to make it for Thanksgiving, a party with guests, or a nice family dessert. And, you must add some ice cream or cream to it to balance out the flavors. It's vegan and egg-free too!

WHY YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE THIS GLUTEN-FREE APPLE CRUMBLE

Easy to make - With minimal hands-on time and more time baking. You'll be enjoying this gf apple crumble for Fall. 

Crowd pleaser - This crowd-pleasing dessert will not be left on the dessert table. It may well be the first one to be finished.

Warm comforting flavor - What could be more comforting than the taste of apples and Fall flavors?

Apple season - When apples are in abundance, this gluten-free apple crumble will be made all the time!

INGREDIENTS IN GLUTEN-FREE APPLE CRUMBLE

Flour - Use gluten-free plain flour and almond flour. 

Sugar - Brown sugar.

Seasoning - Ground cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice and salt.

Oil - I use coconut oil.

Apples - I like to use granny smith apples.

Nuts - The walnuts add a nice crunch.

Cornstarch - Cornstarch is naturally gluten-free as it's made from corn.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR THIS GLUTEN-FREE APPLE CRUMBLE

Grinder - I like to use a grinder to grind the walnuts. 

Baking dish - Use a 9x13 baking dish.

If you have any questions about making gluten-free apple crumble, please leave a comment and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN-FREE APPLE CRUMBLE

1. Preheat the oven to 360F. Grease a baking dish with coconut oil or butter. In a bowl, mix two types of flour, as well as sugar (reserve 3 tbsp) and the salt.
2. Add solid coconut oil.
3. Mix dry ingredients with coconut oil to make crumbs. Put it in the refrigerator for 10-15 mins.
4. Wash apples and cut them into slices. Put them in a bowl and add the remaining sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and spices.
5. Stir the apples and transfer them into a baking dish in 1-2 layers.
6. Grind walnuts into large crumbs and sprinkle the apples.
7. Put the mixture of dry ingredients on top of the nuts and smooth it over. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for another 20 minutes. Serve with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions in gluten-free apple crumble, please see the complete recipe below.

TIPS FOR MAKING THE BEST GF APPLE CRUMBLE

Use the correct apples - I like to use granny smith apples. You can also use Honeycrisp apples or Fuji apples.

Use the right size baking dish - I have used a 9x13 inch dish. 

WHY IS MY GF APPLE CRUMBLE TOPPING NOT CRUNCHY?

You may not have used the correct baking dish size. I like to use a 9x13 inch baking dish try not to use a bigger size than this as I find it then isn't as crunchy as the juices from the apples seep into the mix. 

DOES APPLE CRUMBLE CONTAIN GLUTEN?

Yes, apple crumble is made with gluten flour. This recipe is made with gluten-free ingredients so it's safe for anyone who is celiac or on a gluten-free diet. I always mention, however, to check food labels when buying the ingredients.

CAN YOU BUY GLUTEN-FREE CRUMBLE MIX?

I have looked and have not found one. If you have, feel free to comment below.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN APPLE CRUMBLE AND APPLE CRISP?

Apple crumble is baked fruit usually made with flour, sugar, and butter. Apple crisp usually includes oats or nuts in the topping, and it is more of a streusel topping.

HOW DO I KNOW MY GLUTEN-FREE APPLE CRUMBLE IS BAKED PERFECTLY?

The top crust will be nice, brown, and bubbling. The apple will be nice and soft too. 

WHAT CAN I SUBSTITUTE?

Oil - You can try different oils. I used coconut oil.

Nuts - You can try others nuts too. 

Fruit - You can use other fruit instead of apples.

HOW DO I STORE MY GLUTEN-FREE APPLE CRUMBLE?

Store leftovers (if you have any) in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. I like to place it in an airtight container, or you could use plastic wrap. 

CAN I FREEZE GLUTEN-FREE APPLE CRUMBLE?

Yes, you can do this one of two ways. You can prepare it and freeze it just before placing it in the oven, or alternatively, bake it, cool it, and then freeze it. Freeze it for up to 3 months in an airtight container. 

CAN I MAKE THIS GLUTEN-FREE APPLE CRUMBLE AHEAD OF TIME?

Yes, as mentioned above, you can freeze it just prior to baking it or bake it and then freeze it. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.

 Did you make this gluten-free apple crumble recipe? Please leave me a comment below letting me know what you thought.