This apple crumble recipe is so simple and loaded with flavor. The crumble topping is flavored with cinnamon and ginger. And the sweet tender apples pair so well with the crunchy topping.
Prep Time 20 minutesminutes
Cook Time 40 minutesminutes
Total Time 1 hourhour
Servings 6
Ingredients
For the filling
2pounds(859g)apples, sliced 1/4-inch thick
2tablespoonslemon juice
1teaspoonvanilla extract
¼(50g)granulated sugar
1teaspoonground cinnamon
½teaspoonground ginger
For the topping
1 ½cups(195g)all-purpose flour
1cups(210g)light brown sugar, packed
1teaspoonground cinnamon
½teaspoonground ginger
½teaspoonsalt
¾cup(169g)unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
Make the filling
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly butter the bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish.
Toss the apple slices with the lemon juice, vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon, and ginger until evenly coated.
Spread the coated apples evenly in the bottom of the prepared pan.
Make the topping
In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and salt together.
Using a pastry blender or fork, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Break up the mixture and crumble it evenly over the apples.
Bake for 25-35 minutes, until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown.
Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
I used Granny Smith apples here. You can use any apple variety or combination of apples you desire.
Make ahead tip
The baked crumble will keep for up to 3 days stored in the refrigerator. The topping will become soft after refrigeration so I suggest warming it in the oven before serving.
You can also freeze the baked or unbaked crumble for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Bake according to the recipe instructions or reheat at 350°F for 20-30 minutes.
The crumble topping can be made and frozen until ready to use. Lightly sprinkle the topping in a zip-top bag and freeze for up to 3 months. If the topping freezes in large clumps, use a rolling pin to break the frozen topping apart. Sprinkle over the apple filling and bake as directed.