Simple Apple Crumble
A heartwarming dessert featuring a blend of tart apples and a sweet, crumbly topping that's easy to make and delicious to eat.
Ingredients
Apple Filling
- 4 medium apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice helps balance the sweetness
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened and cubed) should be softened, not melted
- a pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples with granulated sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Ensure the apples are well coated, then set aside.
- In another bowl, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt. Then, add in the softened butter and combine until it looks like coarse crumbs.
Baking
- In a greased baking dish, spread the apple mixture evenly at the bottom. Top it off with the crumble mixture generously.
- Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
- Allow the apple crumble to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serving
- Scoop out portions preferably warm and serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
For best flavor, use a mix of tart and sweet apples. Don't skip the lemon juice to enhance the apple's flavor.