Description
This classic Apple Crumble recipe features a sweet and tender spiced apple filling topped with a buttery, crumbly topping baked to perfection. Ideal as a comforting dessert, it combines tart Granny Smith apples with warm cinnamon and a crunchy brown sugar crumble, perfect to serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Ingredients
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Apple Filling
- 2 1/2 pounds Granny Smith apples (peeled, cored, and sliced or diced into bite sized pieces, about 6 to 7 cups)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons corn starch (or all purpose flour)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray an 8 or 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside to prepare for the crumble.
- Make Crumble Topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon to evenly combine the dry ingredients. Add the melted butter and stir with a fork until the mixture forms a crumbly texture.
- Prepare Apple Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples with granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch (or flour), salt, and ground cinnamon. Toss well to coat all the apple pieces evenly.
- Assemble the Crumble: Spread the apple mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples, covering them completely.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes or until the apple filling is bubbling and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the crumble to cool for about 15 minutes. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
Notes
- Use tart Granny Smith apples for the best balance of flavor and texture.
- Ensure the topping is crumbly and evenly spread for a perfect crunch.
- Let the crumble cool slightly before serving to allow the filling to set.
- Optional: Add a pinch of nutmeg to the filling for extra warmth and depth of flavor.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
