Apple Cinnamon Protein Crisp
Description
This Apple Cinnamon Protein Crisp combines sweet, tender apples with a crunchy protein-enriched topping. It's an ideal dish for a comforting dessert or a wholesome breakfast, baked until golden and crispy.
Ingredients
- 4 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- For the topping:
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced apples with ground cinnamon and granulated sugar. Transfer to a baking dish.
- In the same bowl, combine the oats, protein powder, almond flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cubed butter and use your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden and crispy and the apples are tender.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information
Per Serving (1/6 of dish):
- 250 calories
- 8g protein
- 38g carbohydrates
- 9g fat
- 20mg cholesterol
- 30mg sodium
Health Benefits
This Apple Cinnamon Protein Crisp is not only delicious but also offers several health benefits. Apples are a good source of fiber and vitamin C, while the protein powder adds a protein boost to help with muscle repair and satiety. The oats provide additional fiber, making this a heart-healthy dessert choice.