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Healthy Blueberry Crisp Recipe

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This Healthy Blueberry Crisp is a delightful dessert made with fresh or frozen blueberries topped with a crunchy oat and nut mixture. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and applesauce, it offers a wholesome twist on the classic crisp, making it perfect for a nutritious treat or a cozy family dessert.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Blueberry Filling

  • 5 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Crisp Topping

  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup almond flour (or whole wheat flour)
  • 1/2 cup roughly chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup roughly chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the crisp.
  2. Prepare Blueberry Mixture: In a large bowl, combine blueberries, maple syrup, cornstarch, lemon juice, and nutmeg. Stir thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated to create the blueberry filling.
  3. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the blueberry mixture evenly into an 8×8 inch square baking pan or a 9-inch pie plate to form the base layer.
  4. Mix Crisp Topping: In a separate bowl, stir together the rolled oats, almond flour, chopped pecans, and chopped walnuts until evenly mixed.
  5. Add Wet Ingredients to Topping: Add applesauce, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt to the oat mixture and stir until all components are well blended to form the crisp topping.
  6. Assemble Crisp: Spoon the oat topping evenly over the blueberry filling in the prepared baking dish, covering the fruit completely.
  7. Bake the Crisp: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until the topping turns golden brown and the filling bubbles around the edges.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the crisp to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. This resting time helps the filling to set for easier serving.

Notes

  • You can use frozen blueberries directly; no need to thaw before preparing.
  • Substitute almond flour with whole wheat flour if preferred for a different flavor and texture.
  • Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt when serving for extra indulgence.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and gently reheat before serving.
  • For a nut-free version, omit the pecans and walnuts and increase the oats or add seeds like sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/healthy-blueberry-crisp-recipe/