For the filling 8 apples peeled and sliced long ways ¼ cup maple syrup ½ cup water 2 tsp cinnamon ½ tsp nutmeg ¼ tsp ginger ¼ tsp cloves ¼ tsp cardamom (optional) For the topping 1 cup rolled oats 2 T applesauce or coconut oil for a richer flavor 2 T maple syrup ½ tsp cinnamon Read more at http://mywholefoodlife.com/2012/12/05/healthy-apple-cobbler/#O47aIc07fh4fTZ0S.99

For the filling Place everything in the crock pot and turn on high for the first hour and then turn to low for an additional 3 hours. Your house will smell amazing in the process! When the apples are done cooking, place them in a glass baking dish and preheat your oven to 350. I used an 8X8 dish. There will be some extra liquid left, so remove the apple mixture with a slotted spoon. For the topping Place everything in the food processor and mix until the oats start to stick together. Sprinkle oat mixture over the top of the apples and bake in the oven for about 25 minutes. Read more at http://mywholefoodlife.com/2012/12/05/healthy-apple-cobbler/#O47aIc07fh4fTZ0S.99