Classic Apple Crumble
Classic Apple Crumble is the ultimate comfort dessert that combines tender, tart Granny Smith apples with a sweet, crumbly topping. The warm aroma of cinnamon and caramel fills your kitchen as it bakes, inviting everyone to gather around for a delicious treat. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make dessert pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 Granny Smith apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 1 cup brown sugar (divided)
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grab a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with 3/4 cup brown sugar and cinnamon until coated.
- In another bowl, combine oats, flour, remaining brown sugar (1/4 cup), and melted butter until crumbly.
- Layer the apple mixture in the baking dish and sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving with vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the dish (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or swapping some apples for pears or berries. If you prefer spiciness, feel free to add nutmeg or ginger to the filling.