Apple Crisp with Almond Oatmeal Topping

Autumn marks the apple season. Savor the simplicity and comfort of this delightful crisp.

Ingredients:

Filling

• 6 to 8 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, Jonagold, or a mix), cored and diced, about 6 cups
• ¼ cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp. ground nutmeg
• ¼ cup water
• 3 tbs. cornstarch or arrowroot powder
• 1 tbs. lemon juice 

Topping

• 1 1/2 cup oats
• 1/2 cup coconut sugar
• 1/2 cup of almond slices
• 2 T flour (can substitute gluten-free)
• 1/2 t salt
• 4-5 T organic liquid coconut oil

Directions:

1. Mix apples with syrup and spices and ensure they are covered well. Add the 3 T of cornstarch to the water and mix well. Add the mixture to the apples and mix well. Add the lemon juice and mix well. Set aside for 5 minutes.
2. Combine oats, sugar, almonds, flour, and salt in a separate bowl. Mix well. Drizzle the coconut oil while mixing the ingredients well, incorporating the oil.
3. Coat a casserole dish with a thin layer of coconut oil. Place the apples into the dish and top with the oat mixture.
4. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes. Serve with vanilla ice cream or yogurt.