Apple Crumble
A warm, comforting dessert with tender apples and a crunchy topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the apple filling
- 2 lb Granny Smith Apples (green apples, weight before peeling) Tart apples are recommended.
- 1 tbsp flour (plain / all-purpose)
- ½ cup white sugar (can substitute with brown sugar)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (or water) Helps to enhance flavor.
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
For the crumble topping
- 1 cup rolled oats / oatmeal (quick cooking is okay)
- 1 cup flour (plain / all-purpose)
- 1 cup (loosely packed) brown sugar (can substitute with white sugar)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
- 125 g unsalted butter (melted)
- a pinch salt
For serving
- to taste Vanilla ice cream For serving, optional but recommended.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 180°C / 350°F (for both fan and standard).
- Peel the apples and cut them into 1.5cm / 1/2” cubes.
- In a bowl, mix the apple pieces with flour, sugar, and cinnamon. Then, pour in the lemon juice and toss everything together. Spread the mixture evenly in a 1.5 litre / 1.5 quart baking dish.
Crumble Topping
- For the crumble topping, combine the topping ingredients in a bowl. Mix until it forms clumps that look like wet sand. Spread this mixture over the apples and use your fingers to crumble it if needed.
Baking
- Bake the Apple Crumble for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
- Once done, remove it from the oven and cover loosely with foil to keep warm. Let it stand for 10 minutes before serving to allow the apple syrup to thicken slightly.
Notes
Apple Crumble is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You can store leftovers in the fridge for about 3 to 4 days. Reheat in the oven if desired. For extra flavor, add chopped nuts to the topping or more spices if preferred.