Pin This Warm Rustic Apple and Cinnamon Crumble is a comforting, golden-baked dessert that combines tender, juicy apples with a buttery cinnamon-infused crumble topping. It’s perfect for cozy evenings when you want a simple yet delicious treat that fills your home with inviting aromas and sweet nostalgia.
Pin This This crumble brings out the best in seasonal apples, enhanced by warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a nostalgic and inviting dessert that’s ideal for sharing with family or friends.
Ingredients
- Fruit Filling
- 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 80 g (⅓ cup) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- Crumble Topping
- 150 g (1¼ cups) plain flour
- 100 g (½ cup) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 80 g (⅓ cup) light brown sugar
- 40 g (⅓ cup) rolled oats
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a medium baking dish (approx. 20x25 cm / 8x10 in).
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the apple slices with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour until evenly coated.
- 3. Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- 4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, butter, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon, and salt. Rub the mixture between your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs with some larger lumps for a rustic texture.
- 5. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.
- 6. Bake for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling at the edges.
- 7. Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
Make sure the butter is cold before rubbing it into the flour mixture to create a deliciously crumbly topping. The texture should have some larger lumps for a rustic feel. Tossing the apples thoroughly with the lemon juice and spices ensures an evenly coated, flavorful fruit base.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For variety, you can substitute some of the apples with pears for a subtle sweetness. Adding a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans to the crumble topping will give extra crunch and richness to the dish.
Serviervorschläge
This crumble pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream, creamy custard, or lightly whipped cream for a perfect finish to any meal.
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This Warm Rustic Apple and Cinnamon Crumble invites you to enjoy the essence of British homestyle baking. It’s a timeless dessert that transforms simple ingredients into a heartwarming dish, ideal for sharing and making memories around the table.
Recipe FAQs
- → What apples work best for this dish?
Granny Smith or Braeburn apples provide a balance of tartness and sweetness and hold their shape well during baking.
- → Can I add nuts to the crumble topping?
Yes, chopped walnuts or pecans can be mixed into the crumble for extra texture and flavor.
- → How do I achieve a rustic crumble texture?
Rub cold butter into flour, sugar, and oats with your fingertips until coarse breadcrumbs form, leaving some larger lumps for rustic crunch.
- → What can I serve alongside this dessert?
Vanilla ice cream, custard, or whipped cream complement the warm fruit and crumble beautifully.
- → Can pears be used instead of apples?
Yes, swapping some apples for pears adds a subtle twist while maintaining a tender, juicy filling.