This Healthy Gluten-Free Blueberry Crisp uses simple, pantry-essential ingredients and is refined sugar-free!
I’ve made a lot of crisps in my life—apple, peach, even one rogue attempt with pears that we won’t talk about—but this blueberry crisp is the one that stuck. I’ve been hanging on to this recipe for a while, actually. One summer, I had way too many blueberries and not enough time before they turned into fridge science. I tossed them in a bowl with cinnamon and lemon juice, whipped up a quick almond flour topping, and what came out of the oven was extraordinary. Juicy, jammy berries bubbling under a crunchy, golden topping with just the right hint of spice. The hardest part about this recipe is that the 10 minutes you need to wait for it to cool feel like an eternity.
We’ve already done vegan and Paleo apple crisps, and yes, apples are fine, but berries? Berries are the real all-stars of summer. I learned that with my rhubarb strawberry crisp, and this one takes that same idea and doubles down. That sweet-spicy, toasty streusel over warm blueberries is just next-level. It’s cozy but still fresh and perfect for this time of year. And if you already think blueberries are underrated, this recipe’s only going to reinforce that for you. If not, welcome to your turning point.
Is This Gluten-Free Blueberry Crisp Healthy?
Consider this a much healthier take on your classic crisp, namely from the combo of almond flour (full of fiber and vitamin E), rolled oats (even more fiber, plus phosphorous and manganese), and blueberries (even more fiber along with vitamin C and other potent antioxidants like anthocyanins and flavonoids). The filling also uses coconut sugar instead of refined white sugar. While this doesn’t make it a “health food,” coconut sugar is all-natural and has a lower glycemic index than white sugar.
This crisp also works for a number of diets: It’s totally gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and Paleo-friendly—just make sure your oats are certified gluten-free.
Keep It Light For Summer
What I love about a crisp is that it’s the perfect summer dessert dish. In the warmer months, few people are craving something heavy and loaded with sugar. The last thing you want is to make everyone feel like they need a nap on an 85-degree day.
But when you’re craving something sweet, it delivers on every level—the blueberries are refreshing and tart, and the splash of citrus further cuts through the sweetness for the perfect bite. It’ll make you wish summer lasted forever.
How Do I Store Leftovers?
Let the crisp cool completely, then cover and store it in the fridge. It’ll keep for around 3-4 days. Just note the topping might soften a little. A quick reheat in the oven will bring back the crisp element a bit.
Serving Suggestions
Got a few pints of extra blueberries chilling in your fridge? The more blueberry recipes you can enjoy this summer, the better. Turn them into some Strawberry Coconut Popsicles With Blueberries, muddle them into a Blended Raspberry Mojito, or make some simple Chocolate-Covered Blueberries.
Ingredients
For The Filling:
- 4 cups fresh blueberries
- 6 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons almond flour
- 4 teaspoons tapioca starch
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
For The Crumble:
- 1/2 cup rolled old-fashioned oats 45 grams
- 1/3 cup almond flour 34 grams
- 1/4 cup tapioca starch 30 grams
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a pie plate with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, combine all the filling ingredients and spread evenly onto the bottom of the pie plate.
- In a separate, medium-size bowl, combine all the crumble ingredients except the coconut oil, making sure to break up the almonds slightly, until well mixed.
- Add in the coconut oil and stir until well mixed, leaving some nice chunky bits.
- Spread the crumble over top of the blueberries.
- Bake until the crumbly is golden brown and the blueberries are bubbly, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before enjoying.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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