Vegan Oatmeal Apple Crumble

Make a reduced fat vegan oatmeal and apple crumble for a simple vegan breakfast, brunch, or healthy dessert. With just a bit of sugar and vegan margarine for a sweet streusel topping, this is a quick and easy vegan apple crumble or apple crisp made with heart-healthy oatmeal.

Ingredients:

• 4 medium apples, peeled and chopped
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 3 - 4 tbsp water
• 3 tbsp lemon zest
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 1/2 cups oatmeal
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup melted margarine

Preparation:

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a baking or casserole pan.

In a large skillet, cook the apples with 3 tablespoons of sugar and the maple syrup and water over medium heat for a few minutes until the water is gone. Sprinkle with lemon zest and set aside.

Combine the 1/3 cup of sugar, oatmeal, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Add the the melted margarine and stir to combine. Spread half of the oatmeal mixture to form a layer in the bottom of the baking pan. Add the cooked apples, then add the rest of the oatmeal mixture on top.

Bake for 35 minutes.

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