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Home » Recipes » Dessert » Wholesome Apple-Cranberry Crisp [Gluten-Free]

Wholesome Apple-Cranberry Crisp [Gluten-Free]

Published November 5, 2016. Last updated March 17, 2020 by Judy Purcell 15 Comments

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Our Wholesome Apple-Cranberry Crisp updated with whole food ingredients including coconut palm sugar, almond & coconut flours.

You’ll love it with yogurt for breakfast or warmed with ice cream for a delicious, gluten-free fall treat.

An updated gluten-free version of old fashioned Cranapple Crisp, this Wholesome Apple-Cranberry Crisp is made without refined sugar or flour.

I am delighted to share this Wholesome Apple-Cranberry Crisp recipe with you! The original recipe comes from my friend, Mary. She made it for us last weekend with an egg casserole for breakfast and we absolutely loved it.

Mary graciously made substitutions for the refined sugar and flour, which blessed my socks off, and those adjustments are reflected in our gluten-free crisp recipe below.

What’s more is this timely, peak-season dish comes with a story, so the original recipe is also included. Recipes hold precious memories, each bite unwrapping the hidden gift of fond feelings.

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Here’s Mary’s story:

This recipe was passed along from one of my mom’s dearest friends, Jean. We called her Mrs. Fleck, her abbreviated name from her first marriage. Jean and my mom (Connie) had so much fun together. We were the recipients of the joy and laughter they shared and witnessed the resiliency friendship brought in the transitions and storms of life.

Both Connie and Jean loved to host parties and did so together several times. After Jean lost her second husband to cancer she began a yearly tradition of hosting a brunch for all her friends. This was in thanks for the love and hospitality extended to her in and out of season. She kept it simple and easy to prepare in advance, serving an Egg-Sausage Casserole, this Cranapple Crisp, and Mimosas. My mother was completely enchanted by Jean’s garden party, the thoughtful presentation and deliciousness of the meal.

Food eaten in the company of friends always enriches the heart and makes lovely impressions on our lives. Subsequently, this became our Christmas morning staple. I never prepare or eat this dish without fond thoughts of love and honor for Jean, my mom, and their great friendship.

The original Cranapple Crisp recipe from Jean Bainbridge:

Better for you, Wholesome Apple-Cranberry Crisp (gluten-free and grain-free) made without refined sugar or flour.
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Cranapple Crisp

Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time45 minutes mins
Servings: 8
Author: from Jean Bainbridge
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Ingredients

  • 3 c. chopped apples
  • 2 c. fresh cranberries
  • 2 t. flour
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 3 envelopes instant cinnamon spice oatmeal
  • ¾ c. chopped pecans
  • ½ c. flour
  • ½ c. brown sugar
  • ½ c. melted butter
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Instructions

  • Combine apples, cranberries and 2 t. of flour-tossing to coat. Add 1 cup of sugar and mix well. Place in 2 quart casserole dish. Combine oatmeal, pecans, ½ cup of flour and brown sugar. Add butter and mix well. Spoon evenly over the fruit and bake uncovered at 350°F for 45 minutes.
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An updated gluten-free Wholesome Apple-Cranberry Crisp made without refined sugar or flour.

Good food and well-told stories invite us to linger and savor when friends are gathered at the table. When I make this, it will remind me of a fun weekend retreat in a stunning Colorado cabin with some of my favorite people on the planet.

And I will smile. The kind of smile that starts in the heart, spreads the corners of my mouth and makes the entire day better.

I do hope you’ll try this recipe for a special brunch or casual dessert this holiday season. And when you do, think about the people in your life you’d like to see more of, or the someone you recently met you’d like to know better.

Invite them over to share it with you (it’s gluten-free). Better yet, invite two or three and spread the yums … and friendship.

Our Gluten -Free Wholesome Apple-Cranberry Crisp Recipe 

We include coconut flour to soak up the juices from the fruit and almond flour to add an extra bit of nuttiness to the topping. Both can be substituted with sweet rice flour with good results, if desired and keeps it gluten-free. 

Fall crop apples dotted with fresh, tart cranberries under a nutty-scrumptious topping—it’s the perfect fall and winter treat.

Apple Crisp with Cranberries in a baking dish
An updated gluten-free Wholesome Apple-Cranberry Crisp made without refined sugar or flour.
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Wholesome Apple-Cranberry Crisp

An old fashioned Cranberry-Apple Crisp updated with unrefined sugar or flour, creating a wholesome and gluten-free treat.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time40 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Servings: 8
Author: Judy Purcell
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Ingredients

  • 2 large apples , cored, unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, about 3 cups (see note about types)
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 2 teaspoons coconut flour — or sweet rice flour
  • 3/4 cup coconut palm sugar
  • small pinch sea salt
  • 2/3 cup old fashion rolled oats (use gluten-free)
  • 3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts , or pecans
  • 1/2 cup almond flour — or 3 tbsp. sweet rice flour
  • 1/3 cup coconut palm sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup butter , softened, plus more for preparing pan
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Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Combine apples, cranberries, coconut flour, 3/4 cup of sugar, and pinch of salt in a large mixing bowl, stirring until the apples and cranberries are evenly covered. Spread over the bottom of a buttered 9×9-inch or 9×11-inch casserole dish.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine oatmeal, walnuts, almond flour, 1/3 cup of sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in softened butter until thoroughly combined and mixture breaks into relatively even, small clumps (sometimes using your fingers to mix in the butter works better). Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the fruit and bake uncovered for about 40 minutes, or until topping is golden brown and cranberries are soft.
  • Serve for breakfast or brunch over plain yogurt or for dessert with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 321kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 114mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 280IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1.1mg
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More Gluten-Free Berry Recipes:

  • Easy, Fresh Berry Crumble with Orange Cream
  • Grilled Strawberry Semifreddo
  • Cheesecake Strawberries with Chocolate Accents
  • Blueberry Carrot Cake Muffins [Gluten and Grain Free]
  • Spinach Strawberry Salad

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  1. Hope Pearce says

    September 14, 2019 at 3:46 pm

    This is the perfect “comfort”dessert – loving the addition of cranberries in there!

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  2. Cheryl Malik says

    September 13, 2019 at 10:09 am

    5 stars
    I am totally going to make this this weekend. I’m so excited!

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  3. Zuzana says

    September 13, 2019 at 10:07 am

    5 stars
    What a great addition you have come up with compare to the original one.

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  4. paleoglutenfreeguy says

    September 12, 2019 at 10:38 am

    5 stars
    I love the fresh cranberries and the toasty topping! This is the best kind of comfort food.

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  5. Raia Todd says

    September 12, 2019 at 9:26 am

    5 stars
    Love this wholesome-ified version! So delicious!

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  6. Megan Stevens says

    September 11, 2019 at 7:45 am

    5 stars
    So much better than the original! 😉 This looks so delicious, seasonal and special.

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  7. Joni Gomes says

    September 10, 2019 at 3:30 pm

    5 stars
    Made this over the weekend and am still enjoying some of the leftovers now! Very simple yet flavorful dessert, thank you!

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  8. ChihYu says

    September 10, 2019 at 2:56 pm

    5 stars
    This wonderful crisp is perfect for fall! The taste of cranberries and the texture of the oats are such a great combination!

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  9. Trudy says

    May 3, 2019 at 7:20 am

    5 stars
    This was so simple! Loved it.

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    • Judy Purcell says

      September 10, 2019 at 3:41 pm

      Hi Trudi, I’m so pleased you enjoyed it!

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  10. mjskitchen says

    November 17, 2016 at 5:02 pm

    A great looking crisp! I love your revisions. I have to admit that the instant oatmeal in the original recipe through me off a bit. Glad to see you substituting with old fashioned oats and what a great mix of flours. Very nice Judy!

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    • Judy Purcell says

      November 18, 2016 at 6:37 am

      Thanks, MJ, I think the beauty of crisps is how easy they are to customize. So simple, yet so delish!

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  11. ChgoJohn says

    November 15, 2016 at 11:19 am

    5 stars
    Every year I tell myself that this is the year to try a new cranberry side dish. I’ve yet to make one but seeing your crisp gives me hope. This very well could be the year and your crips the recipe to do it. Thanks, Judy.

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  12. John/Kitchen Riffs says

    November 6, 2016 at 7:02 pm

    Really nice dish! I love the combo of cranberries and apples — such a great pairing. Never had them in a crisp. But I will! 🙂 Thanks.

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    • Judy Purcell says

      November 7, 2016 at 6:26 am

      Oh I hope so, John, the cranberries bring such a bright punch of flavor to it. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
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