Save A comforting dessert featuring tender apples layered with a fragrant cinnamon filling and topped with a buttery, golden crumb. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet finish to any meal.
This rustic apple and cinnamon crumb bake has always been a favorite in my family, bringing warmth and smiles during chilly evenings.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 5 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced, 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Filling: 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Crumb Topping: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and diced
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square or similar baking dish.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice.
- Step 3:
- In a separate bowl, mix together granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 2 tablespoons flour. Sprinkle this mixture over the apples and toss to coat evenly.
- Step 4:
- Transfer the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish spreading evenly.
- Step 5:
- For the crumb topping combine flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. Add the cold diced butter. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 6:
- Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the apples.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 35 40 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbly and tender.
- Step 8:
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Save This recipe always brings the family together especially when enjoyed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
Notes
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence or try mixing in some chopped nuts for extra texture.
Required Tools
9-inch square or similar baking dish Large mixing bowls Pastry cutter or fork Measuring cups and spoons Peeler and knife
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten) and dairy (butter) Oats may be cross-contaminated with gluten use certified gluten-free oats if needed
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This apple and cinnamon crumb bake is perfect for sharing and sure to become a cherished favorite.