Easy Baked Apple Crumble with Oat Topping
A comforting, warm dessert featuring tender cinnamon-spiced apples baked under a crispy, buttery oat topping. This simple recipe is perfect for fall and requires minimal prep, making it an ideal treat for any skill level.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 cups apples peeled, cored, and sliced (about 4 medium apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour for the apple filling
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats not instant
- 1 cup all-purpose flour for the topping
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon for the topping
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cut into small cubes
Notes
Storage: Cool completely, then cover tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or the entire dish in a 300°F oven until warm.
Make-Ahead: You can prepare the apple filling and the dry topping mixture separately up to a day in advance. Store them in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. Assemble and bake when ready.
Substitutions: For a gluten-free version, use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend in place of the all-purpose flour. For a vegan version, use a plant-based butter substitute.
Serving Suggestions: Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Make-Ahead: You can prepare the apple filling and the dry topping mixture separately up to a day in advance. Store them in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. Assemble and bake when ready.
Substitutions: For a gluten-free version, use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend in place of the all-purpose flour. For a vegan version, use a plant-based butter substitute.
Serving Suggestions: Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.