CategoryDesserts
Apple Crumble is a classic dessert featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apples topped with a buttery, golden crumble. It’s easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
For the Apple Filling
6 medium apples (such as Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and sliced)
⅓ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
1 tbsp lemon juice
all-purpose flour (for thickening)
For the Crumble Topping
1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup old-fashioned oats
½ cup light brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes)
Optional Toppings
Vanilla ice cream
Caramel sauce
Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Prepare the Apple Filling
1
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the Apples:
- Place the peeled and sliced apples in a large mixing bowl.
- Add Spices and Sugar:
- Sprinkle the apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Transfer to Baking Dish:
- Spread the apple mixture evenly in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Make the Crumble Topping
2
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cut in the Butter:
- Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the cold butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Top the Apples:
- Evenly sprinkle the crumble mixture over the apple filling.
Bake
3
- Bake the Crumble:
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
- Cool Slightly:
- Let the apple crumble cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions
4
- Serve Warm:
- Scoop the apple crumble into bowls and top with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Garnish:
- Add a sprig of mint or a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
Pro Tips
5
- Apple Variety: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples (e.g., Granny Smith and Honeycrisp) for a balanced flavor.
- Make Ahead: Assemble the crumble a day in advance and refrigerate. Bake just before serving.
- Extra Crunch: Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the topping for added texture.
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling
6 medium apples (such as Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and sliced)
⅓ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
1 tbsp lemon juice
all-purpose flour (for thickening)
For the Crumble Topping
1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup old-fashioned oats
½ cup light brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes)
Optional Toppings
Vanilla ice cream
Caramel sauce
Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Directions
Prepare the Apple Filling
1
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the Apples:
- Place the peeled and sliced apples in a large mixing bowl.
- Add Spices and Sugar:
- Sprinkle the apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Transfer to Baking Dish:
- Spread the apple mixture evenly in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Make the Crumble Topping
2
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cut in the Butter:
- Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the cold butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Top the Apples:
- Evenly sprinkle the crumble mixture over the apple filling.
Bake
3
- Bake the Crumble:
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
- Cool Slightly:
- Let the apple crumble cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions
4
- Serve Warm:
- Scoop the apple crumble into bowls and top with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Garnish:
- Add a sprig of mint or a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
Pro Tips
5
- Apple Variety: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples (e.g., Granny Smith and Honeycrisp) for a balanced flavor.
- Make Ahead: Assemble the crumble a day in advance and refrigerate. Bake just before serving.
- Extra Crunch: Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the topping for added texture.
Notes
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