Warm Rustic Apple Cinnamon (Printable Version)

Golden-baked crumble with tender apples and a buttery cinnamon topping, perfect for cozy moments.

# 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

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a medium baking dish approximately 8 by 10 inches.
02 - In a large bowl, toss apple slices with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and all-purpose flour until evenly coated.
03 - Evenly spread the apple mixture in the prepared baking dish.
04 - In a separate bowl, blend flour, cold butter, brown sugar, rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt. Rub with fingertips until mixture forms coarse crumbs with some larger lumps to maintain rustic texture.
05 - Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple layer.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling bubbles at the edges.
07 - Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

# Expert Insights:

01 -
  • Simple ingredients come together to create a comforting, nostalgic dessert.
  • Easy to prepare with minimal fuss, perfect for beginners.
  • Golden, cinnamon-infused crumble topping offers a satisfying crunchy contrast.
  • Versatile enough to pair beautifully with ice cream, custard, or whipped cream.
02 -
  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith to balance sweetness and keep the filling firm.
  • Keep butter cold until ready to rub into the flour mixture to enhance crumble texture.
  • For gluten-free options, substitute flour with gluten-free blends and certified oats.
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