How do you know if apple crumble is ready?

The crumble is ready when the top is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling around the edges.

How long will a homemade apple crumble last?

Stored in the fridge, it lasts up to three days. You can also freeze it for longer storage without losing texture.

How to explain apple crumble?

Apple crumble is a baked dessert with spiced apples on the bottom and a sweet, buttery oat topping that bakes into a crisp, crumbly crust.

How do I know when crumble is done?

Check the topping—it should be crisp and golden. The apples should be soft and bubbling, showing they’re cooked through.

Simple Apple Crumble | Delicious Cozy Dessert Recipe

Name: Simple Apple Crumble – Cozy Dessert for Any Occasion
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 apples; ½ tsp grated nutmeg; ½ tsp cinnamon; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 tbsp white sugar; Juice of half a lemon; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup porridge oats; 125 g cold butter; 1 cup light brown sugar; ¼ tsp salt

Description

A warm and cozy Simple Apple Crumble with spiced apples and a crisp golden topping. Easy to prepare and perfect with ice cream or custard.

Ingredients

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6 apples

½ tsp grated nutmeg

½ tsp cinnamon

2 tbsp brown sugar

1 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 tbsp white sugar

Juice of half a lemon

For the crumble topping:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup porridge oats

125 g cold butter

1 cup light brown sugar

¼ tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C/375°F and prepare a baking dish.

2. Peel, core, and chop the apples into chunks, then place into the dish.

3. Add flour, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Mix well.

4. In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cold butter, and salt.

5. Rub mixture with fingers until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs with small lumps.

6. Sprinkle crumble topping evenly over the apples.

7. Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and bubbling.

8. Cool for a few minutes before serving with custard or ice cream.

Notes

Check crumble after 20 minutes; cover with foil if browning too quickly.

Swap brown sugar with white sugar or use both for balance.

Add spices like mixed spice or ground ginger for variety.

Any apple variety works; Fuji or Gala give the best sweetness.

Freezes well and can be reheated without losing texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 483
Sugar: 60g
Sodium: 259mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 83g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg