Description
This Simple Apple Crumble (Apple Crisp) is a classic, comforting dessert featuring tender, spiced apples topped with a buttery, crunchy oat topping. Perfect for any occasion, it bakes to golden perfection with a delightful balance of sweet and warm autumn flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Filling
- 6 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 Tbsp white sugar
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp grated nutmeg
- 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- Juice of half a lemon
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup porridge oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 125g cold butter, cubed
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and slice 6 apples. In a large bowl, toss the apple slices with 1 tablespoon white sugar, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, and the juice of half a lemon until they are evenly coated. This ensures the apples are flavorful and the flour helps thicken the juices during baking.
- Make Topping: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup porridge oats, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup light brown sugar, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the dry ingredients using your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This creates the buttery, crisp texture for the topping.
- Assemble & Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking. Pour the prepared apple filling into the dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the crisp topping evenly over the apples, covering them completely.
- Bake & Cool: Bake the dish for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown, the filling is bubbling, and the apples are tender. If the topping browns too quickly during baking, tent the dish loosely with foil to prevent burning. Once baked, allow the crumble to cool for 15 to 20 minutes before serving to help the filling set.
Notes
- You can substitute Granny Smith or any tart apples for a tangier crisp.
- Use chilled butter to achieve a better crumbly texture for the topping.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or custard for added indulgence.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple crumble, apple crisp, baked dessert, autumn dessert, easy dessert, fruit crumble
