Apple Crumble

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The Perfect Apple Crumble

Warm, buttery, and filled with tender cinnamon apples — this Apple Crumble is comfort in dessert form. It’s the kind of recipe you’ll find yourself baking on repeat because it’s easy, cozy, and always a crowd-pleaser.

If you love that golden, crisp topping that shatters into sweet crumbs over a gooey apple filling, this one’s for you. It’s a timeless classic that’s as good on a cold fall night as it is at a family gathering or Sunday dinner.

This is my go-to Apple Crumble recipe — perfected after years of tweaking until the filling was just right. Not watery, not dry, just a perfectly syrupy mix of spiced apples tucked beneath a golden brown, crunchy topping.

Why You’ll Love This Apple Crumble

There are countless apple crumble recipes out there, but here’s why this one stands out:

  1. 🍎 Jammy, not watery: A touch of flour turns the apple juices into a luscious, syrupy filling.
  2. 🧈 Crisp, buttery topping: Golden, crumbly, and just sweet enough without being heavy or doughy.
  3. 💛 Simple ingredients: No fancy tools or unusual steps — just classic baking done right.
  4. 🕒 Make-ahead friendly: You can assemble it ahead and bake it fresh when guests arrive.

When this beauty is in the oven, your kitchen fills with the cozy aroma of apples, cinnamon, and butter — the scent alone feels like a warm hug.

And when you scoop through that golden crumble and see the bubbling apple filling underneath… pure bliss.

Just promise me one thing: serve it warm with vanilla ice cream. It’s non-negotiable. 😋

🍏 The Best Apples for Apple Crumble

The best apples for Apple Crumble are Granny Smiths — firm, tart, and perfect for balancing the sweetness of the topping.

If you prefer a milder flavor, use sweeter varieties like Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady. You can even mix a few kinds for more depth.

This recipe also works beautifully with pears, peaches, or berries — just adjust the sugar slightly if your fruit is naturally sweet.

👩‍🍳 How to Make Apple Crumble

  1. Prep the apples: Peel, core, and chop your apples into bite-sized cubes. Toss them with sugar, flour, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
  2. Make the crumble topping: Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and melted butter until clumps form.
  3. Assemble: Spread the apples in a baking dish and sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly on top.
  4. Bake: Pop it in the oven until the top turns beautifully golden and the filling is bubbling at the edges.
  5. Serve: Let it rest for 10 minutes, then dig in while warm with a scoop (or two!) of vanilla ice cream.

💡 Tips for the Best Apple Crumble

  • Use a mix of apples for the best balance of flavor.
  • Don’t skip the flour — it helps create that syrupy texture in the filling.
  • Want it less sweet? Reduce the brown sugar in the topping to ½ cup.
  • Make ahead: Prep the apples and crumble separately, then combine right before baking.


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A timeless dessert of tender cinnamon-spiced apples beneath a buttery, golden oat crumble. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream — the simplest kind of happiness, baked in a dish. 🍏✨

  • Author: Madilyn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 servings
  • Cuisine: Western

  1. Preheat oven: Set to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Make the apple filling: In a large bowl, combine chopped apples, flour, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Toss well and spread evenly in a 1.5-quart baking dish.
  3. Make the crumble: In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Add melted butter and stir until the mixture looks like wet sand with little clumps.
  4. Assemble: Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the apples, breaking up large clumps with your fingers if needed.
  5. Bake: Bake for 30–40 minutes or until the top is golden and the filling is bubbling at the edges.
  6. Serve: Let rest for 10 minutes before serving warm with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

  • Apples: You can use any variety, though tart apples like Granny Smith give the best balance.
  • Sweetness: For a less sweet crumble, reduce the brown sugar to ½ cup.
  • Make Ahead: Prepare everything except baking; store in the fridge and bake when ready.
  • Variations: Try substituting some of the apples with pears or peaches for a twist.