Apple Crumble

Ingredients

• 4 apples (medium, peeled and diced)
• 2 tbsp brown sugar (for the apple filling)
• 1 tsp cinnamon (for the apple filling)
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp butter (for cooking the apples)
• 1 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch; for thickening the apple juices)
• 2 tbsp water (for mixing with the cornflour)
• 0.75 cup rolled oats (for the crumble topping)
• 1 cup flour (for the crumble topping)
• 0.333 cup brown sugar (for the crumble topping)
• 0.5 tsp cinnamon (for the crumble topping)
• 115 g butter (cold; source gives a range of 110–120 g)
• salt (a pinch)
• vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
• Greek yogurt (optional alternative for serving)

Steps

1. 1

   Melt the tablespoon of butter in a pan over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the diced apples, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, vanilla, and lemon juice.

3. 3

   Cook for 5–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften slightly but still hold their shape.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, mix the cornflour with 2 tablespoons water, then add the mixture to the apples.

5. 5

   Cook the apple mixture for another 1–2 minutes, until the juices thicken.

6. 6

   Transfer the cooked apples to a baking dish.

7. 7

   In a bowl, mix the rolled oats, flour, ⅓ cup brown sugar, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.

8. 8

   Add the cold butter and rub it into the dry mixture with your fingertips until coarse, crumbly pieces form.

9. 9

   Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the apples.

10. 10

    Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes, until the topping is golden and crispy.

11. 11

    Let the crumble sit for 5–10 minutes before serving warm. Serve with vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt if desired.

Notes

The butter for the crumble is specified as cold, and its source amount is a range of 110–120 g. Best served warm with vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt; no quantities are provided for these optional accompaniments.

Nutrition per serving

• dessert
• baked
• fruit
• fall baking
• vegetarian