Easy Homemade Apple Crumble 🍏🍨


 

1. Prep the Apples

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. In a bowl, toss apples, sugars, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch.

  3. Pour into a 9-inch pie dish or 8x8-inch baking dish.

2. Make the Crumble Topping

  1. In another bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt.

  2. Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter or fingers until crumbly.

3. Assemble & Bake

  1. Sprinkle topping evenly over apples.

  2. Bake 35–45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

4. Serve Warm!

  • Let cool 10 minutes, then serve with ice cream and a drizzle of caramel.

Pro Tips

🔥 Extra crisp topping? Broil 1–2 minutes at the end (watch closely!).
⏳ Make ahead – Assemble (unbaked) and refrigerate overnight.
🍎 Apple variety matters – Mix tart (Granny Smith) + sweet (Honeycrisp) for balance.

Serving Ideas

  • With whipped cream – For extra indulgence

  • As a breakfast treat – Pair with yogurt

  • At Thanksgiving – A lighter alternative to pie

FAQ

Q: Can I use frozen apples?
A: Yes! Thaw and drain excess liquid first.

Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Cover and refrigerate 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture.

Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
A: Use GF flour + certified GF oats.

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