Description
Vegan Apple Crumble is a comforting, plant-based dessert made with tender spiced apples and a golden, buttery-free crumble topping. Perfect for cozy nights, family gatherings, or holiday celebrations, this easy recipe delivers all the warmth and flavor of a classic crumble without dairy or eggs. Its simple preparation, wholesome ingredients, and irresistible texture make it a go-to vegan dessert that’s both satisfying and guilt-free.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Apple Filling:
- 575g Bramley apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 tablespoons golden caster sugar
For the Crumble Topping:
- 175g plain flour (or gluten-free flour blend if desired)
- 110g golden caster sugar
- 110g dairy-free spread
- 1 tablespoon rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon demerara sugar
Optional for Serving:
- Oat-based vegan cream or custard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Prepare the filling: Peel, core, and slice the apples. Toss with 2 tablespoons of golden caster sugar. Spread evenly in a deep baking dish (23cm round or 20cm square).
- Make the crumble: In a large bowl, combine flour, golden caster sugar, dairy-free spread, rolled oats, and demerara sugar. Use your fingertips to rub together until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
- Assemble: Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the apple filling.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden-brown.
- Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with vegan cream or custard if desired.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing the crumble topping use fingertips for the perfect texture.
- Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger for extra warmth and depth.
- Substitute plain flour with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in the oven at 160°C (320°F) for 10–15 minutes to maintain crispiness (avoid microwaving).
- Freeze before baking for make-ahead convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British / Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: ~290
- Sugar: ~25 g
- Sodium: ~90 mg
- Fat: ~12 g
- Saturated Fat: ~4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~42 g
- Fiber: ~3 g
- Protein: ~3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg