The Apple Crisp Yogurt Bowl is a cozy and nourishing twist on a classic fruit crisp. Warm sautéed apples are caramelized with oats, cinnamon, and a touch of sweetness to create a crunchy crumble topping. Creamy Greek yogurt balances the warm topping with protein and richness. Finished with optional mint or bee pollen, it’s a quick and versatile recipe perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert.
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Why you'll love this recipe
It is quick to make and comes together in under 10 minutes.
It has the perfect balance of warm, spiced apples and cool, creamy yogurt.
It is nourishing with protein, fiber, and antioxidants to fuel your day.
It is versatile and can be enjoyed for breakfast, a snack, or even a healthy dessert.
Ingredients for peanut free snickers
- Apple – the star of the bowl, adds natural sweetness, juiciness, and fiber.
- Butter – helps caramelize the apples and oats, giving richness and flavor depth.
- Rolled oats – add crunch, texture, and whole-grain fiber for staying power.
- Coconut sugar (or sweetener) – provides a subtle sweetness and balances the tartness of the apple.
- Pumpkin spice (or cinnamon) – adds warmth and cozy flavor that complements the apples.
- Greek or skyr yogurt – creamy protein base that balances the warm apple-oat mixture.
- Optional toppings
- Bee pollen – boosts nutrients and adds a light floral crunch.
- Fresh chopped mint – brings brightness and freshness to cut through the richness.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions
- Butter – use coconut oil or olive oil for a dairy-free option.
- Coconut sugar – swap with maple syrup, honey, brown sugar or your preferred sweetener.
- Pumpkin spice – use cinnamon, nutmeg, or apple pie spice.
- Greek/skyr yogurt – substitute with any yogurt you like; plain, vanilla, or dairy-free.
- Apples - this would also be delicious with pears or peaches.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1
Cook apples and oats with sugar and pumpkin spice.
Step 2
Form yogurt bowl and dig in.
Storage instructions
You can store extra yogurt bowl for up to 24 hours in the fridge. You could also make it the night before if you want to eat it for breakfast the next day.
Recipe Pro-Tips
This recipe works great with apples that are going bad as you are cooking the apple.
If you want to bump up the protein in this recipe add protein powder to the yogurt.
Recipe FAQS
Yes! Use vegan yogurt and vegan butter or oil.
Apples are rich in fiber, particularly soluble fiber, which supports healthy digestion, helps manage blood sugar, and promotes heart health. They’re also packed with antioxidants like vitamin C and plant polyphenols that boost immunity and may lower the risk of chronic diseases.
Yes, oats are very healthy because they’re a whole grain rich in fiber, especially beta-glucan, which helps lower cholesterol and supports heart health. They also provide steady energy, improve digestion, and are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
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Apple Crisp Yogurt Bowl
Equipment
- 1 skillet
Ingredients
- 1 large apple - diced I used/recommend honey crisp
- 1 tablespoon butter can sub coconut or olive oil but I like the flavor butter adds
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats
- 1-2 teaspoons coconut sugar you can leave off the sugar but it does add a nice subtle sweetness. Any sweetener works here including maple syrup.
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin spice can sub cinnamon
- ½ cup greek/skyr yogurt can sub any yogurt, I used plain but vanilla also works
optional toppings
- 1 teaspoon bee pollen
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped mint
Instructions
- Heat butter over medium heat. Add apple, oats, coconut sugar and pumpkin spice. Toss until the apple pieces are evenly coated.
- Cook for 5-8 minutes, until apples have softened.
- Add yogurt to bowl and top with apple oat mixture. Add additional toppings if desired and dig in.
Harrison says
This receipe changed my morning routine for the better. What a delightfully delicious addition to my day.
Kristi says
Thanks Harrison!
Nina says
Easy, fast and absolutely delicious. Thank you for sharing nice recipes like this with us!
Kristi says
Thanks Nina and thank you for making my recipe!!