Warm Rustic Apple Cinnamon (Printable View)

A comforting dessert with tender apples and a buttery cinnamon crumble baked to golden perfection.

# 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

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8x10-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, toss apple slices with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour until all pieces are evenly coated.
03 - Spread the apple mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine flour, cubed butter, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon, and salt. Rub together with fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs with some larger lumps for texture.
05 - Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and fruit is bubbling at the edges.
06 - Allow the dish to cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy with vanilla ice cream, custard, or whipped cream if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with simple ingredients you likely have on hand.
  • Comforting and warm dessert perfect for chilly days.
  • Rustic topping adds a delightful contrast of textures with its buttery crispness and oats.
  • Vegetarian and suitable for sharing with loved ones.
02 -
  • Keep the butter cold to create a perfect crumbly texture in the topping.
  • Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for balanced flavor.
  • Allow the crumble to cool slightly before serving to avoid burns and to let the flavors meld.
  • Lightly grease the baking dish to prevent sticking and help in easy serving.
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