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Apple Crumble

Apple Crumble

This easy Apple Crumble dessert brings together sweet cinnamon-spiced fruit, a buttery oat topping, and that warm, homemade comfort we all crave. In under an hour you’ll have a baked treat that feels both festive and familiar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples about 5 medium Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar or coconut sugar for a slightly caramel note
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon plus a pinch extra for tossing
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional, but adds warmth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice keeps apples vibrant
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup rolled oats quick-cooking or old-fashioned; gluten-free if needed
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour swap half with almond flour for a nutty twist
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter cold and cubed (or coconut oil for dairy-free)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray—this ensures easy serving later.
  • In a large bowl, mix sliced apples with lemon juice, vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Keep stirring until every slice glistens—this helps lock in moisture and flavor.
  • Spread the spiced apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pro tip: arrange apples in a single layer first, then mound the rest on top for even baking.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Add cold butter cubes and, using your fingertips or a pastry blender, pinch the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Evenly sprinkle the oat mixture over the apples, covering all edges so nothing peeks through. Bake on the middle rack for 40–45 minutes until the topping turns golden-brown and apples bubble at the sides.
  • Let the crumble cool for 10–15 minutes—this helps the juices thicken so you’re not scooping a flood of syrup. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

For extra crisp, swap half the flour in the topping for ground almonds. If your apples release too much liquid, drain off 1–2 tablespoons before baking to prevent a soggy base. Feel free to mix and match apple varieties for different sweetness levels.
Keyword Apple Crumble, Comfort Food, Dessert, Easy Baking, Fruit Crumble, Holiday Baking
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