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Old Fashioned Apple Crumble

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A comforting, classic apple crumble recipe that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. This recipe focuses on simple ingredients and straightforward steps for a delicious homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium apples (about 2.5 lbs), such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 1 cup rolled oats (optional, for oat crumble)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel, core, and slice the apples. Place them in a large bowl.
  3. Add lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the apples. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Pour the apple mixture into a 9-inch pie plate or an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  5. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender, your fingertips, or a food processor until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. If using oats, stir them into the crumble mixture.
  8. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.
  9. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender and bubbly.
  10. Let the crumble cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts to the crumble topping.
  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
  • This recipe is easily adaptable for meal planning, providing a delicious dessert option throughout the week.

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