High Protein Cinnamon Apple Protein Crisp
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 scoops (approx 60g) vanilla whey or casein protein powder
- 1 cup rolled oats (old fashioned)
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or sugar-free sweetener
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Wash, peel, and thinly slice your apples. Place the slices in a large mixing bowl and toss them with the lemon juice, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until every slice is well-coated. This ensures the base is flavorful and the apples don’t brown too quickly.
- In a separate medium-sized bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, almond flour, and a pinch of salt. Pour in the melted coconut oil and your choice of sweetener. Use a fork to mix everything together until it forms a crumbly, sandy texture. If the mixture is too dry, you can add a teaspoon of water or more oil.
- Transfer the seasoned apple slices into an 8×8 inch baking dish, spreading them out into an even layer. Evenly sprinkle the protein crumble mixture over the top of the apples, making sure to cover them completely for a uniform crunch.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. You will know it is done when the apples are tender and the topping has turned a beautiful golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it sit for about 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to thicken.