A great, easy, healthy snack using seasonal fruits, this berry cherry crumble is low-carb, gluten-free, and vegan. Use chia seeds to thicken the filling while increasing nutrient density. Sprinkle healthy crumble toppings made of almond flour and chopped walnuts.
Health Benefits of Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are great sources of fiber, omega 3 fats, and lignans, which are a type of phytoestrogens. 1 ounce of chia seeds (28 gram) gives whopping 10.6 gram of fiber or 42% of daily value.
Health benefits of chia seeds may include:
- Lower total and LDL cholesterol
- Reduce blood pressure
- Control blood sugar
- Help with weight control
- Reduce inflammation and pain
Health Benefits of Nuts
Nuts including almond, walnut, and brazil nuts are rich sources of vitamin E, magnesium, selenium and essential fatty acids. They are generally low in carbohydrates and high in antioxidants.
Health benefits of nuts may include:
- Lower cholesterol
- Reduce the risk of heart disease
- Improve glycemic control
- Help maintain a healthy weight
Serving Size: 6
Ingredients for Berry Cherry Crumble
- Blueberries or other seasonal berries, 1 Cup
- Cherries, pitted and chopped, 1/2 Cup
- Low-carb powdered sweetener, 2 Tablespoon
- Chia seeds, 1 Tablespoon
- Blanched almond flour, 1/3 Cup
- Low-carb brown sweetener, 1/4 Cup
- Walnut, finely chopped, 1/3 Cup
- Cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon
- Sea salt, 1/8 teaspoon
- Coconut oil, 3 Tablespoon
Instructions for Berry Cherry Crumble
1.Wash the fruits. Pit and chop cherries.
2.In a bowl, mix the fruits, powdered sweetener, and chia seeds. Set aside.
3.Preheat the oven to 177˚C or 350˚F. In a large bowl, make the crumble topping by mixing almond flour, brown sweetener, finely chopped walnut, cinnamon, sea salt, and coconut oil until the mixture resembles a coarse meal.
4.Divide the fruits among 6 ramekins. You can also use a baking dish.
5.Drop crumble evenly over the top without pressing down.
6.Bake for 20 minutes until the top is lightly golden and the edges are bubbly.
7.Take out of the oven and cool down a few minutes before serving. Serve with ice cream or other toppings of your choice.
Watch How to Make Berry Cherry Crumble
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