Warm Rustic Apple Cinnamon Crumble (Print Version)

Comforting golden-baked apples topped with buttery cinnamon crumble for cozy evenings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit Filling

01 - 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
03 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

→ Crumble Topping

07 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
08 - 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
09 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar
10 - 1/3 cup rolled oats
11 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 - Pinch of salt

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease an 8x10 inch (20x25 cm) baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, toss apple slices with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine flour, cubed butter, brown sugar, rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt. Rub mixture between fingertips until coarse crumbs with some larger lumps form.
05 - Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the apple layer.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the fruit bubbles at the edges.
07 - Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • Use certified gluten-free oats if gluten sensitivity is a concern.
  • Adding chopped nuts to the topping gives extra crunch and flavor.
03 -
  • Choose tart apples like Granny Smith for balance against the sweet topping.
  • Don't overmix the crumble topping to keep a crumbly texture.
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