Classic Apple Crumble

Name: Classic Apple Crumble
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 cup all purpose flour; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

A cozy, golden brown apple dessert with a buttery topping that feels just like home.

By Enzo81 Kitchen· American· October 22, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

40 minutes

Total

55 minutes

Serves

There is nothing quite like the smell of spiced apples baking in the oven on a chilly day. This apple crumble is a true classic because it relies on simple ingredients to create a perfect contrast between the soft fruit and the crunchy, buttery topping.

Since this version is oat free, the crumble topping is more like a delicate shortbread that perfectly coats the cinnamon apples. It is a fantastic dessert to have in your back pocket when you want something warm and comforting without too much fuss in the kitchen.

Ingredients

6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup all purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

8Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a baking dish.
2
In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with the half cup of sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice until they are well coated.
3
Spread the apple mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish.
4
In a separate medium bowl, mix the flour and remaining sugar together.
5
Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the cold butter into the flour mixture until it looks like coarse crumbs.
6
Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.
7
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the apple juices are bubbling around the edges.
8
Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving so the filling can set.

Tips

Serve this warm with a generous scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of fresh whipped cream. If you have leftovers, keep them in the fridge and warm them up in the microwave the next day for a quick treat.

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