Warm Rustic Apple Cinnamon (Print Version)

Golden-baked crumble topped with cinnamon and tender apples for a cozy, comforting experience.

# What to Use:

→ Fruit Filling

01 - 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
03 - ⅓ cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

→ Crumble Topping

07 - 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
08 - ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
09 - ⅓ cup light brown sugar
10 - ⅓ cup rolled oats
11 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 - Pinch of salt

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease an 8x10 inch baking dish.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the apple slices with lemon juice, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and all-purpose flour. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
04 - In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cold cubed butter, light brown sugar, rolled oats, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Rub the mixture between your fingertips until it forms coarse crumbs with some larger pieces for a rustic texture.
05 - Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the layered apples.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling at the edges.
07 - Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with optional accompaniments such as vanilla ice cream, custard, or whipped cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • Contains gluten (flour, oats) and dairy (butter)
  • Oats may be cross-contaminated with gluten—use certified gluten-free oats if required
03 -
  • Serve with vanilla ice cream custard or whipped cream
  • Try adding a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans to the crumble for extra crunch
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