Warm, buttery, and scented with lemon, this apple crumble is pure comfort in a dish. Tender baked apples hide beneath a golden, crunchy topping that begs for a scoop of ice cream. It is simple, cozy, and perfect for chilly evenings.
For more sweet finishes, try our No-Bake Cottage Cheese Cheesecake and our No-Bake Strawberry Banana Yogurt Dessert.
Ingredients
For the filling:
- 500 g (about 4) apples, peeled and diced
- 20 g (1 1/2 tbsp) butter
- 15 g (1 tbsp) sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
For the crumble:
- 150 g (1 1/4 cups) flour
- 90 g (6 tbsp) cold butter, cubed
- 30 g (2 tbsp) sugar
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a skillet, add the apples, and cook about 10 minutes until soft. Stir in the sugar and lemon juice; cook 5-7 more minutes, stirring.
- For the crumble, rub the cold butter into the flour until crumbly. Mix in the sugar.
- Divide the apples among baking dishes and blanket with crumble.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30-40 minutes until golden.
Tips
- Keep the butter cold for the crispiest crumble topping.
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for the best flavor, and see ideas on Allrecipes and Serious Eats.
- Serve warm with cream or ice cream for a classic finish.
Nutrition: per 100 g: 110 kcal, protein 5 g, fat 1.9 g, carbs 23.6 g.