Description
A warm and comforting apple crumble dessert perfect for cozy gatherings, combining tender cinnamon-spiced apples with a buttery oat topping baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Apple Filling
- 4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Crumble Topping
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional, for added sweetness)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples evenly. In a large bowl, toss the apple slices with granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until they are well coated.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is ready for baking.
- Make the Crumble Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the chilled chopped butter, all-purpose flour, rolled oats, and optional brown sugar. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Assemble the Dish: Transfer the cinnamon-sugar coated apples into a greased baking dish and spread them out evenly. Then sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.
- Bake: Place the assembled dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. Bake until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve Warm: Remove the crumble from the oven, allow it to cool slightly, and serve warm. It pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- For a richer topping, use cold butter to create the crumbly texture.
- Choose tart apples like Granny Smith for a balance of sweetness and acidity.
- You can add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the crumble topping for extra crunch.
- This dessert is best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple crumble, baked apples, cinnamon dessert, oat crumble, homemade dessert, fall dessert
