Pin It A warm, homey dessert featuring tender spiced apples beneath a buttery soft crumb topping—perfect for cozy evenings or simple sweet cravings.
Ingredients
- Apples: 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced , 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Filling: 1/3 cup granulated sugar , 2 tbsp light brown sugar , 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon , 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg , 1/8 tsp ground cloves , 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Soft Crumb Topping: 1 cup all-purpose flour , 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats , 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened , 1/2 cup light brown sugar , 1/4 cup granulated sugar , 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter a 9-inch baking dish.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice. Add sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and flour. Toss until evenly coated.
- Step 3:
- Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
- Step 4:
- In another bowl, combine flour, oats, butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until soft, moist crumbs form.
- Step 5:
- Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the apples.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender.
- Step 7:
- Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Pin It Required Tools
9-inch baking dish , Mixing bowls , Peeler and corer , Knife and cutting board , Pastry cutter or fork
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), Dairy (butter) , Oats may be cross-contaminated with gluten—use certified gluten-free oats if required. , Double-check labels for allergens if using pre-packaged ingredients.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 340 , Total Fat: 13 g , Carbohydrates: 56 g , Protein: 3 g
Pin It Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of apples work best?
Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples are ideal for their balance of tartness and firmness, which hold up well during baking.
- → Can I substitute other fruits?
Pears make a delicious alternative, adding a slightly different sweetness and texture to the topping.
- → How should the crumb topping be prepared?
Mix flour, oats, butter, sugars, and salt until soft crumbs form using fingers or a pastry cutter for the perfect texture.
- → Is there a way to add extra flavor or crunch?
Incorporating chopped walnuts or pecans into the crumb topping enhances both flavor and texture nicely.
- → What serving suggestions complement this dish?
Serve warm alongside vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or with a glass of dessert wine or hot spiced tea for added comfort.
