This easy homemade Apple Crumble is our favorite dessert for apple season! With its sweet, caramelized apple filling and crumbly topping, this simple and comforting dessert is sure to please any crowd. Serve it warm and bubbling from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a memorable dessert that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Crumble Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling:
- 2 ½ pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced or diced (about 6 to 7 cups)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (or all-purpose flour)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray an 8 or 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Make the Crumble Topping: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Whisk until well combined. Add the melted butter and stir with a fork until the mixture is crumbly.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, mix the sliced apples with granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch (or flour), salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Assemble the Crumble: Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple filling.
- Bake: Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Serve: Allow the apple crumble to cool for about 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired!
This delicious apple crumble is perfect for gatherings, holidays, or a cozy night in. Enjoy!