granola topped apple and cranberry crumble

We’ve taken the traditional apple crumble and given it a gut-healthy twist. This recipe has probiotics and loads of fibre (more than 1/3 of your daily intake).

Apples provide a good source of a prebiotic fibre called pectin, which is released from apple skins when heated. Pectin also provides something for your good gut bacteria to feast on. When our bacteria are well fed, they produce short-chain fatty acids, which our gut cells use as fuel.

dairy free | gluten free | vegan 

veggie | high-fibre

serves

4 portions

ingredients

20g sunflower seeds
20g pumpkin seeds
20g almonds
20g cocoa nibs
20g coconut flakes
20g ground flaxseed
1 tbsp sesame seeds
½ tsp cinnamon
20g gluten-free flour
1tbsp coconut oil (melted)
1tbsp maple syrup
40g gluten free oats
pinch salt

filling

4 sliced apples, cores removed
200g fresh cranberries
2 tbsp maple syrup
100ml water

nutritional information

(per portion)
energy in kcal 359
fibre 11g
fat 22g, and of which saturates 8.6g
carbohydrates 26g, and of which sugars – 15g
protein 8.6g
allergens tree nuts, milk, sesame seeds

method

1. Pre-heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6.
2. Place the apples and cranberries into a large heavy-based saucepan. Combine with the water and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat for about 15 – 20 minutes – stirring occasionally until the apples have completely softened.
3. Mix all the dry granola ingredients into a big bowl, then stir in the melted coconut oil and maple syrup. Mix well, until everything is lightly coated.
4. Pile your apple mixture into a suitable sized baking dish. Scatter the granola mixture over the top. Bake for 30 – 40 minutes or until the crumble is golden.
5. Serve warm with kefir yoghurt.

serving

Serve garnished with toppings of your choice.