Save A comforting dessert featuring tender apples layered with a fragrant cinnamon filling and topped with a buttery, golden crumb Perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet finish to any meal
This rustic apple and cinnamon crumb bake has been a family favorite for years bringing warmth and joy to our holiday table
Ingredients
- Fruit: 5 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) peeled cored and sliced 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Filling: 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Crumb Topping: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and diced
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) Grease a 9-inch square or similar baking dish
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl toss the sliced apples with lemon juice
- Step 3:
- In a separate bowl mix together granulated sugar cinnamon nutmeg and 2 tablespoons flour Sprinkle this mixture over the apples and toss to coat evenly
- Step 4:
- Transfer the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish spreading evenly
- Step 5:
- For the crumb topping combine flour oats brown sugar cinnamon and salt in a medium bowl Add the cold diced butter Using your fingers or a pastry cutter work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs
- Step 6:
- Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the apples
- Step 7:
- Bake for 35 40 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbly and tender
- Step 8:
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving Serve warm optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Save Our family loves gathering around the table sharing this warm dessert and making sweet memories every time
Notes
For extra crunch add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the crumb topping Pears can replace some or all of the apples for a subtle twist Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence
Required Tools
9-inch square or similar baking dish Large mixing bowls Pastry cutter or fork Measuring cups and spoons Peeler and knife
Nutritional Information
Calories 320 Total Fat 13 g Carbohydrates 52 g Protein 3 g
Save This crumble is best served warm and can be stored in the fridge for up to three days Enjoy with your favorite topping