“Apple crisps are what I make when I want something sweet that takes almost no effort and produces almost no guilt. They go into the oven while I do something else and come out perfectly crispy, naturally sweet, and good enough to eat on their own or alongside almost anything.”
20 min
2
batch-cooking · dairy-free · egg-free · gluten-free · vegan · vegetarian
Blood sugar · Gut health · Digestion
Ingredients
- 180 gApples
- to tasteCinnamon
Method
- 1
Rinse the apples and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Using a sharp knife or mandoline, slice them into thin circles approximately 3mm thick, leaving the skin on for texture and nutrients.
- 2
Line a large baking tray with parchment paper. Arrange the apple slices in a single layer, spacing them slightly apart so they cook evenly.
- 3
Sprinkle the cinnamon evenly over the apple slices according to your taste preference.
- 4
Place the tray in a preheated oven at 100°C and bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the apples are completely dried and the edges begin to curl slightly. Check them at the 1.5-hour mark.
Why this works — Mila's notes
APPLES & QUERCETIN
Apples contain quercetin, a polyphenol with antihistamine and anti-inflammatory properties that boost immunity. The skin's fiber feeds gut bacteria and aids estrogen metabolism. Keep skin on for maxi…
CINNAMON & BLOOD SUGAR
Cinnamon improves insulin sensitivity and slows glucose absorption, stabilizing blood sugar and reducing energy crashes while supporting hormonal balance and reducing cravings.
WHOLE FOOD DESSERT & DIGESTION
This whole-food dessert has zero added sugar, refined carbs, or inflammatory oils, letting your digestive system rest and focus energy on nutrient absorption.
