Warm Baked Apple Crumble with Greek Yogurt
Warm cinnamon-cardamom apples topped with toasted oats and served alongside creamy Greek yogurt. A cozy, high-protein evening treat made without soy, fish, or whey powder.
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Mari + Lila
Mari created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfort before bed
Finish the evening satisfied, not stuffed
A well-portioned evening meal can help you avoid going to bed hungry. Notice which timing and portion feel most comfortable for you.
Notice: dinner timing + comfort
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
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Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Next: Core and slice 1 fresh apple into…
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Core and slice 1 fresh apple into…
Core and slice 1 fresh apple into thin, bite-sized wedges.
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Heat 1 tsp of butter in a…
Heat 1 tsp of butter in a small skillet over medium heat until melted and shimmering.
Look for: melted and shimmering
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Add the apple slices
Add the apple slices, 0.5 tsp of ground cinnamon, and 0.25 tsp of ground cardamom to the pan.
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Saute the apples for 5 to 6…
Saute the apples for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned.
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Add 0.25 cup of rolled oats to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, stirring continuously, until the oats are toasted and fragrant.
Look for: the oats are toasted and fragrant
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Transfer the warm spiced apple and oat…
Transfer the warm spiced apple and oat mixture into a bowl.
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Spoon 0.5 cup of smooth plain Greek yogurt alongside the warm apples.
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Serve immediately while warm
Serve immediately while warm.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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