Apple Crumble Baked Dessert (Printable version)

Tender spiced apples with a golden buttery crumble topping, baked to cozy perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Apple Filling

01 - 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and sliced
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
05 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
06 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

→ Crumble Topping

07 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
09 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar
10 - 1/2 cup rolled oats (optional)
11 - Pinch of salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly butter an 8 x 10-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour until evenly coated. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, oats if using, and salt. Add cold cubed butter and rub in with fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Scatter the crumble topping evenly over the apples. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling bubbles.
05 - Allow the dessert to cool slightly before serving warm. Optionally serve with vanilla ice cream or custard.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Easy to Make: With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, it's perfect for bakers of all levels.
  • Classic Comfort Food: The warm, spiced apple filling and crunchy, buttery topping create the ultimate comforting dessert.
  • Perfectly Balanced: This recipe strikes a wonderful balance between sweet and tart, with a delightful contrast in textures.
02 -
  • Use Cold Butter: The key to a perfect crumble is using cold, cubed butter. This helps create a crumbly, sandy texture rather than a heavy paste.
  • Don't Overmix the Topping: Rub the butter in with your fingertips just until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Overworking it can make the topping tough.
  • Let it Rest: Allow the crumble to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. This helps the apple filling to set slightly, making it easier to spoon out.
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