Simple Apple Crumble
This warm and comforting dessert features tender, spiced apples topped with a perfectly crunchy, buttery oat crust. It is a foolproof classic that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh seasonal apples, providing a delightful contrast of textures that makes it an ideal treat for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dessert.
Ingredients
- 6 apples (Granny Smith or Gala)
- 0.5 tsp nutmeg
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 1 tbsp white sugar
- 0.5 lemon, juiced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
- 1 cup porridge oats
- 125 g butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 0.25 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (375°F) and grease a standard baking dish.
- Peel, core, and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, toss the apples with brown sugar, white sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, flour, and lemon juice until evenly coated.
- Transfer the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, oats, light brown sugar, and salt.
- Add the butter to the oat mixture and rub together with your fingers or a fork until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple filling.
- Bake for 40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the apple juices are bubbling.
Notes
Use a mix of apple varieties for a complex flavor profile. You can substitute cornstarch for the flour in the filling to make it gluten-friendly. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 115mgFiber: 4gSugar: 38g
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