Sugar-Free Nut Crumble

 

Preparing a sugar-free nut crumble is one of those simple ideas that can significantly improve many of your daily recipes, especially those you prepare for breakfast or dessert.

Both salty and sweet at the same time, this seed and nut-based crumble is the perfect touch to elevate any basic preparation to another level.

I have tried it in a thousand different ways, and I never get tired of it. I love it with Greek yogurt and berries. I enjoy mixing it with dark chocolate (92%) over my homemade soy custard, and it is absolutely delicious paired with unsweetened soy yogurt and fresh figs.

 

Endless Ways to Enjoy Your Crumble

Recently, I have been making homemade almond panna cotta. When I added this crumble, the result was outstanding, it immediately climbed many steps on my list of favorite desserts.

But its versatility goes beyond desserts. Lately, I’ve been making my own kefir at home (the benefits of homemade kefir are far greater than store-bought versions, but that’s a story for another day), and this crumble is its perfect companion.

 

This nut crumble is the detail that transforms any simple preparation into something truly special.

 

Looking for more inspiration?

• Lemon Curd Parfait: Place a layer of crumble at the base of a bowl, top it with sugar-free lemon curd, and finish with a bit of homemade meringue or fresh figs.

 

• The Coffee Secret: This might surprise you, but try adding a teaspoon of ground cinnamon and a tablespoon of this crumble to your morning coffee (black or with your favorite plant-based milk). It is incredible.

 

• Better Than Any Cookie: Whether for breakfast, a mid-morning snack, or an afternoon treat, this crumble is incomparable. No commercial cookie can surpass it, especially considering it contains no cane sugar, honey, or syrups.

 

It is incredibly easy to make. You simply put all the ingredients in your food processor and pulse a few times. Crucial tip: do not turn it into a powder. It must have texture; that crunch is where the magic lies.

 

Why You Will Love This Recipe:

• Sugar-Free: No glucose spikes, just stable energy.
• Gluten-Free: Suitable for Celiacs and those with sensitivities.
• Customizable: You can swap ingredients based on what you have in your pantry.
• Convenient: Store it for days and it’s always ready when you need it.
• Satiating: The healthy fats and fiber from nuts and seeds make your meals more satisfying.

 

 

Nourishing your body should be an experience of flavor and texture, not just a matter of calories.

 

Recipe: Homemade Sugar-Free Nut Crumble

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup toasted almonds
• 1/4 cup raw walnuts
• 1/4 cup salted toasted peanuts
• 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts
• 1 tbsp sunflower seeds (toasted or salted)
• 1/2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/2 tbsp lucuma powder (optional)
• 1/2 tbsp erythritol (or your preferred granulated sweetener)
• 1 tbsp coconut sugar (optional, for a caramel touch)
• 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp coconut oil (melted butter or ghee also works)
• 1/4 cup ground almond meal or almond okara (the dry pulp left over from making almond milk)

 

Instructions

• Place all ingredients into your food processor. Use short pulses to grind the mixture. You must stop before it becomes a fine flour, the goal is to have noticeable, crunchy pieces.
• Transfer the crumble to an airtight glass jar immediately to prevent it from softening.
• Use it sparingly as a topping or by the spoonful.

Recipe Notes

This is an “open recipe.” Feel free to substitute the nuts for pistachios, cashews, or pecans. If you want to avoid coconut sugar entirely, simply increase the amount of lucuma or erythritol. While coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index than cane sugar, it is still not recommended for diabetics in large quantities; the lucuma provides a lovely natural sweetness without the risk.

 

3 FAQs 

• How long will the crumble stay crunchy? If stored in an airtight glass jar in a cool, dry place, the crumble will maintain its perfect crunch for about a week. However, if you live in a very humid environment, you can store the jar in the refrigerator to ensure the healthy fats in the nuts don’t oxidize and the texture stays crisp.

 

• Can I make this recipe if I don’t have a food processor? Absolutely. You can achieve a more rustic, “hand-cut” version by placing the nuts in a zip-top bag and gently crushing them with a rolling pin. Then, simply mix them in a bowl with the seeds, spices, oil, and sweeteners. This method is actually great for ensuring you don’t over-process the mixture into a powder.

 

• Is it necessary to toast the nuts beforehand? While you can use raw nuts, toasting them significantly enhances the depth of flavor and creates a much more satisfying aroma. If you buy raw nuts, I recommend a quick toast in a dry pan over medium heat for 3–5 minutes (stirring constantly) before processing them. This small step makes a world of difference in the final result.

 

Watch the following video to make your own nut crumble at home:

 

 

If you liked this recipe, you might also be interested in:

• Sugar-free Strawberry Crumble.
• Flourless Salmon crumble.
• Almond Seed cookies.

Do you know what you can combine it with?

Sugar-free applesauce