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
Save to Pinterest Required Tools
Baking dish (20x25 cm / 8x10 in) Mixing bowls Paring knife and peeler Pastry cutter or your fingertips
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (flour, oats) and dairy (butter) Oats may be cross-contaminated with gluten—use certified gluten-free oats if required Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 315 Total Fat 12 g Carbohydrates 51 g Protein 3 g
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Questions & Answers
- → What apples work best for this crumble?
Granny Smith or Braeburn apples are ideal due to their firm texture and balanced tartness that holds up well during baking.
- → Can I add nuts to the topping?
Yes, chopped walnuts or pecans can be mixed into the crumble topping for extra texture and a nutty flavor.
- → What temperature should I bake this dish at?
Bake at 180°C (350°F) until the topping is golden and the fruit is bubbling, about 35-40 minutes.
- → Are there alternatives to oats in the crumble?
You can omit oats or substitute with crushed nuts or additional flour if preferred.
- → How to serve this dessert best?
Serve warm, topped with vanilla ice cream, custard, or whipped cream for a creamy contrast.