Apple Crumble

Amy Hand
Amy Hand

Amy Hand

Amy worked as the head pastry chef and the head chef at multiple restaurants in South Africa. She now shares her professional insights about cooking and kitchen tools here at The Skillful Cook.

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Granny Smith Apple crumble
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Nothing beats the nostalgic comfort of a warm apple crumble! Tender spiced apples bubbling beneath a golden, buttery crumble topping make this simple dessert a beloved classic. 

Many of us have fond memories of our mothers or grandmothers making us apple crumbles as children, but now, with this recipe, you can make them for yourself. Luckily, this dessert is very beginner-friendly, so anyone can make it successfully with minimal effort. It only requires ten minutes of stovetop cooking and some prep for the crumble; for the rest of the time, the oven is doing the hard work.

Enjoy with a dollop of custard, cream, or ice cream for the ultimate indulgence!

Why you will love this Apple Crumble recipe…

  • Coconut adds delicious texture- Adding some coconut gives the topping a little extra texture.
  • Simple ingredients- This dessert can be made from pantry staples and apples you probably already have in your fruit basket.
  • Perfect cold weather dessert- There’s nothing quite as comforting as a warm apple crumble on a chilly evening.
  • Delightful balance of flavor- The tartness of the green apples works seamlessly with the butter, sugar, and sweet topping to create the perfect flavor profile.
  • Great texture- The soft apples combined with the crunchy crumble make for the perfect bite.
Why you will love this Apple Crumble recipe
Apple Crumble recipe

APPLE CRUMBLE

This dessert is a classic for a reason! There’s nothing better than a warm apple crumble on a cool winter or fall evening.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine British
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 415 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the apple filling:

  • 6 large granny smith (or tart green) apples or 8 small, peeled, cored, cut into wedges
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1-2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/3-1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar (depending how tart your apples are)

For the crumble:

  • 3/4 cup standard flour or you could use buckwheat flour for Gluten Free option
  • 1/3-1/2 cup raw sugar or granulated sugar, to taste
  • 1/3 cup desiccated coconut
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3.5 oz unsalted butter, melted

To serve:

  • Custard, whipped cream or ice cream

Instructions
 

Ingredients

  • Apple Crumble Ingredients
  • Preheat oven to 180°C (360°F).

For the apple filling:

  • Combine apple wedges, lemon juice, cinnamon and sugar in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir until sugar has dissolved. Cook, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes or until apples are only just tender.
    Apple crumble instruction - Combine apple wedges, lemon juice, cinnamon and sugar
  • Using a large slotted spoon, transfer apples to a 6 cup-capacity ovenproof dish, or 6 cup-sized ramekins – place on a baking tray with sides to capture any juices. Drizzle over the remaining juices evenly amongst the ramekins.

For the crumble:

  • Place the flour, brown sugar, coconut and salt in a medium sized bowl and stir together with a fork. Add the melted butter and stir together until it resembles cookie dough.
    Apple crumble instruction - For the crumble
  • Apple crumble instruction - stir together until it resembles cookie dough
  • Spread the crumble in one flat layer (or crumble) over top of the partly cooked apples and place in the oven for 40 minutes, or until the crumble is golden brown and the apple juices are bubbling.
    Apple crumble instruction - Spread the crumble in one flat layer
  • Apple crumble instruction - place in the oven for 40 minutes
  • Take out of the oven and place on wire rack. Serve hot with custard, whipped cream, or ice cream.
    Apple crumble instruction - Serve hot with custard, whipped cream, or ice cream

Notes

If using individual ramekins, I weigh the full amount of crumble, then divide it by the amount of ramekins. This ensures an equal amount of crumble per serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 415kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 10mgPotassium: 311mgFiber: 7gSugar: 47gVitamin A: 535IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Apple Crumble
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Serving Suggestions

Apple crumble is delicious on its own, but it’s so much better with a topping like custard, whipped cream, or ice cream. You can use a store-bought option or try these homemade recipes:

🧑‍🍳 Expert Tips

  • Choose the perfect apples. Tart green apples like Granny Smiths are ideal for this recipe as they contrast nicely with all the sweetness in the filling and crumble.
  • Divide the crumble evenly. If using individual ramekins, weigh the full amount of crumble and divide it by the amount of ramekins.
  • Brown sugar over white sugar. Always choose brown sugar for the filling to ensure a deliciously caramelized flavor.
  • Can be made gluten-free- The flour in the crumble can easily be swapped out for a gluten-free option without affecting the quality.

Storage Suggestions

  • To store- Allow the apple crumbles to cool completely, cover in foil, and refrigerate for up to three days.
  • To reheat- Leave them on the counter to come to room temperature, then place in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes.

Apple Crumble FAQs

What is the difference between an apple crisp and an apple crumble?

These two desserts are very similar, and the names are often used interchangeably. But, technically, apple crisp has oats in the crumble topping, while apple crumble doesn’t.

What happens if you put too much butter in the crumble?

Too much butter in your crumble topping can create a greasy film on the apple crumble or make the whole thing dense and heavy.

Should you cook apples before putting them in a crumble?

The apples must be cooked before being placed in the crumble to allow some moisture from the apples to cook off. This will let the apples soften and meld with the butter and sugar. If you put them in the crumbles raw, they will likely make the filling watery and crumble go soggy.

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After finding the chef life a little too high-paced, Amy decided to take her cooking skills and use them to teach others through food writing. She uses her knowledge as a pastry chef and experience as a head chef to write articles that are engaging and helpful while being as entertaining as possible.

Comments

  1. nothing like a warm, comforting dessert straight from the oven, topped with lots of whipped cream! I just made a locust blossom-rhubarb-orange zest cake which was very delicious and was so good, it barely had time to get cool 🙂

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