Ingredients

  • 6 firm tart apples (such as Granny Smith)
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 1/4 cups Basic Gluten-Free Flour Mix (page 19)
  • 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
  • 1 cup quinoa flakes
  • 3/4 cup maple sugar, Sucanat, or firmly packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup dairy-free, soy-free vegetable shortening

Method

  • Preheat the oven to 350F.
  • Grease an 8 by 8-inch or 11 by 7-inch baking dish.
  • Peel and core the apples, cut into bite-size pieces, and place in a large bowl.
  • Toss in the raisins and lemon juice.
  • Add the maple syrup, toss gently, then sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of the cinnamon and the cornstarch, stirring gently to combine.
  • Pour into the baking dish, distributing evenly.
  • Combine the flour mix, xanthan gum, quinoa flakes, remaining 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and maple sugar.
  • Melt the shortening (about 30 seconds in the microwave does it) and drizzle into the flour mixture, stirring gently to combine until the consistency of a course granola (not paste).
  • Spread the crumble topping evenly over the fruit.
  • Bake in the center of the oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the fruit is bubbling up around the sides and the top is golden.
  • Let rest for about 30 minutes before serving.