We’ve shared some of our favorite apple recipes and a hearty pumpkin stew this fall. Now, get the best of both apple and pumpkin worlds! You can’t go wrong with apple crisp during the autumn months (or any time of year), and this version ups the deliciousness factor by including pumpkin. Enjoy it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or on its own.
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray
For the filling
- 5 large apples, peeled and chopped into 1-inch chunks (we used Honeycrisp)
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 3 Tbsp. maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 1 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp. cinnamon
For the topping
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ⅓ cup white whole wheat flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp. cinnamon
- ¼ tsp. kosher salt
- ⅓ cup chopped pecans
- 4 Tbsp. cold unsalted butter, diced
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 8-by-8-inch square pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Add all the filling ingredients to a medium bowl and toss until combined. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish.
For the topping, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, salt, and pecans. Add butter and mix well using your hands until mixture comes together (it will be crumbly).
Add topping over filling. Transfer dish to oven. Bake until filling is bubbling and topping is crisp, about 35-40 minutes. Makes 6 servings.
Sweet treats
We may have a sweet tooth, but we’re always looking for ways to make our desserts a little bit healthier. Check out the recipes below:
avocado key lime pie
Here’s a cool, citrusy dessert that you don’t have to bake. Avocados lend a creamy texture to this pretty pie.
banana ice cream
There’s a natural, healthy alternative to ice cream that tastes amazing. All you need are frozen bananas and a powerful blender. To make it even more decadent, add on your favorite toppings: any kind of nut butter, dark chocolate chips, shredded coconut, almonds, macadamia nuts, fruits, or whatever your heart desires.
cantaloupe papaya granita
Originally from Italy, Granita is a semi-frozen dessert made from blending fresh fruit and water into a smooth puree, then freezing the mixture until icy. After an hour, flake it with a fork until you’re left with a light, crunchy ice treat that’s perfect for a hot Hawaii day. Enjoy solo or serve with a dollop of yogurt, a splash of sparkling water, or fresh fruits and herbs.
chocolate truffle crème brulee
Truffle crème brulee is an indulgent dessert, but this option with dark chocolate offers a healthier twist.
crispy peanut butter balls
Peanut butter and chocolate make an elite combination. When you add crunch rice cereal, you’ll elevate this combo to a new level! These delightful bites may be a little messy to make, but the result is well worth it.
grain-free sweet potato pie
If you’re hosting a holiday gathering for friends with dietary restrictions, this is the dessert for you. This delicious pie is grain-free and dairy-free. Instead of the usual wheat-flour crust, the crust is made with pecans, which complements the sweet potato filling perfectly.
mango chia pudding
It may not be peak mango season right now, but the sweet fruit is delicious year-round! Try this no-cooking-required pudding for an easy dessert.
mini confetti cupcakes
Substitute Greek yogurt and water for oil and eggs in a boxed cake mix, and you have a healthier sweet treat that still tastes like the confetti cake we all know and love. Adding rainbow nonpareils (small, round sprinkles) is highly recommended for a boost of color and crunch.
peanut butter chocolate chip cookie dough
Don’t want to wait for your cookies to bake? This dessert is for you. Chickpeas and peanut butter make up the base of this cookie dough, so it’s safe to eat straight from the bowl.
