Apple Crumble with Golden Topping (Printable)

Comforting baked apples with cinnamon and nutmeg under a crisp, golden topping.

# What You Need:

→ Apple Filling

01 - 6 medium apples, peeled, cored and sliced
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
05 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
06 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

→ Crumble Topping

07 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
09 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar
10 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
11 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly butter an 8 x 10 inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour. Spread mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
03 - Combine flour, brown sugar, rolled oats, and salt in a bowl. Add cold butter and rub in with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Scatter crumble topping evenly over the apples. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until topping is golden brown and apples are bubbling.
05 - Allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or custard if desired.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Its the kind of dessert that makes people feel instantly at home, no matter how long its been since youve seen them
  • The contrast between tender, spiced apples and that buttery, crisp topping is simply irresistible
  • You probably have everything you need in your kitchen right now
02 -
  • Cold butter is non-negotiable for that perfect crumble texture, so resist the urge to soften it
  • The crumble should look like coarse breadcrumbs, not a smooth dough, so stop rubbing when you reach that stage
  • If your apples seem particularly juicy, add an extra tablespoon of flour to prevent too much liquid in the final dish
03 -
  • Use a mix of apple varieties for more complex flavor and texture
  • Don't skip the lemon juice, it's the secret to bright, balanced flavor
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