Start your day with a burst of flavor and a boost of nutrition with this apple ginger crisp. This delicious and healthy breakfast and snack recipe combines the sweetness of apples with the warming spice of ginger, creating a satisfying and wholesome dish that will fuel your mornings.
This crisp is also packed with nutrients. Apples are a great source of fiber and vitamin C, while ginger offers anti-inflammatory benefits and aids digestion. The addition of flaxseeds provides omega-3 fatty acids and protein, making this a well-rounded and energizing breakfast option.
Makes 2 servings | Vegetarian
Ingredients
½ pound (223 grams) apples, thinly sliced
juice of ½ lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
Topping
3 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
3 tablespoons water
1-inch (2.5-centimeter) piece ginger, finely minced or pressed
¾ cup (61 grams) rolled oats
1 tablespoon turbinado sugar
1 tablespoon whole-wheat pastry flour
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup (227 grams) reduced-fat Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C.
- Toss apples with lemon juice, cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Lightly coat an 8-inch-by-8-inch (20-centimeter-by-20-centimeter) baking dish with cooking spray. Spread apple slices evenly in dish.
- In a small bowl, combine flaxseeds and water and let set to form a gel. In a medium mixing bowl, combine ginger and remaining dry ingredients. Add yogurt gradually and crumble mixture between your fingers so it “clumps” together. Add more yogurt or water to reach desired consistency.
- Drop yogurt mixture “crumbles” onto apples. It’s OK if some of the fruit is not covered. Bake 20 to 25 minutes.
Per serving: 170 calories | 10 grams protein | 25 grams carbs | 3 grams fat
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