Save to Pinterest A comforting, golden-baked dessert featuring tender apples and a buttery cinnamon-infused crumble topping—perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
- Fruit Filling: 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and sliced, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 80 g (⅓ cup) granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, ½ tsp ground nutmeg, 2 tbsp plain flour
- Crumble Topping: 150 g (1¼ cups) plain flour, 100 g (½ cup) cold unsalted butter, cubed, 80 g (⅓ cup) light brown sugar, 40 g (⅓ cup) rolled oats, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a medium baking dish (approx. 20x25 cm / 8x10 in).
- Step 2:
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the apple slices with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour until evenly coated.
- Step 3:
- Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Step 4:
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, butter, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon, and salt. Rub the mixture between your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs with some larger lumps for a rustic texture.
- Step 5:
- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling at the edges.
- Step 7:
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
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Save to Pinterest Pears can be swapped for some of the apples for a subtle twist.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of apples work best?
Granny Smith or Braeburn apples are ideal for their balance of tartness and firmness, which hold up well during baking.
- → Can I add nuts to the crumble?
Yes, chopped walnuts or pecans can be folded into the crumble for added texture and flavor.
- → How do I ensure a crispy crumble topping?
Use cold butter and rub it into the flour and oats until crumbly with some larger lumps; baking until golden helps crisp it fully.
- → What spices enhance this dessert?
Cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg complement the apples beautifully, adding warmth and depth to the dish.
- → How should this be served?
Serve warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream, custard, or whipped cream to balance the tart and sweet flavors.