There’s something wonderfully comforting about a homemade apple crumble. With tender cinnamon-spiced apples hidden beneath a golden, buttery topping, this simple dessert is perfect for chilly evenings, family gatherings, or whenever you’re craving a traditional British pudding.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy to make with everyday ingredients
- Ready in under an hour
- Perfect served with custard, cream or ice cream
- A great way to use up cooking apples
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling
- 4 cooking apples (such as Bramley), peeled, cored and sliced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
For the Crumble Topping
- 150g plain flour
- 100g cold butter, cubed
- 75g demerara sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
Method
1. Prepare the Apples
Preheat your oven to 190°C (170°C fan).
Place the sliced apples in a large bowl and mix with the brown sugar, cinnamon and lemon juice.
Transfer to a medium-sized baking dish.
2. Make the Crumble
Rub the butter into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Stir in the sugar and cinnamon.
3. Assemble
Scatter the crumble mixture evenly over the apples.
4. Bake
Bake for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling around the edges.
5. Serve
Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy warm with:
- Custard
- Vanilla ice cream
- Pouring cream
Top Tips
- Bramley apples provide the best balance of sweetness and tartness.
- Add a handful of rolled oats to the crumble topping for extra texture.
- Chopped walnuts or pecans make a delicious addition.
- The crumble can be prepared in advance and baked when needed.
Apple crumble has stood the test of time for good reason. It’s simple, comforting and endlessly adaptable. Whether served after a Sunday roast or enjoyed as an indulgent weeknight treat, this spiced apple crumble is always a crowd-pleaser.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
Serves: 4-6
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