Warm Rustic Apple Cinnamon Crumble (Print version)

Tender apples baked with cinnamon and a buttery crumble, ideal for warming desserts.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit Filling

01 - 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
03 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

→ Crumble Topping

07 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
08 - 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
09 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar
10 - 1/3 cup rolled oats
11 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8x10 inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the apple slices with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine flour, cubed butter, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon, and salt. Rub with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs with some larger lumps.
05 - Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling around the edges.
07 - Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • A perfect blend of tender apples with warm cinnamon and nutmeg spices.
  • Buttery crumble topping with oats provides rustic texture and crunch.
  • Simple, easy to prepare with common ingredients.
  • Ideal dessert to share and enjoy warm with comforting sides.
02 -
  • Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor.
  • Chill the butter before mixing to create a crisp, crumbly texture.
  • Do not overmix the crumble topping to keep lumps that give rustic crunch.
  • Allow the crumble to cool slightly to avoid burns and let the juices set.
  • Use certified gluten-free oats if needed to accommodate dietary restrictions.
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