British Apple Crumble
This simple and delicious British apple crumble dessert takes just 1 hour to make using only 5 ingredients. Perfect for a cozy family dessert or special occasion.
Equipment
- Oven Proof Dish
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 1 kg Bramley apple (about 5 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced 1 cm thick)
- 50 g Brown sugar
- ½ Lemon juiced
- 1 tsp Cinnamon (optional)
For the Crumble:
- 210 g Plain flour
- 100 g Brown sugar
- 130 g Butter cold & cubed
For the Topping (Optional):
- 20 g Rolled oats (optional)
- 25 g Brown sugar (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Prepare the Filling:
- In an ovenproof dish, combine the sliced apples, brown sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon (if using). Mix well to ensure the apples are evenly coated.
Make the Crumble:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the flour and cold, cubed butter. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles moist breadcrumbs. Shake the bowl lightly—if any large clumps rise to the surface, rub them until they break down.
- Stir the brown sugar into the crumble mixture until combined.
Assemble the Crumble:
- Evenly spread the crumble mixture over the apple filling, making sure it covers the apples completely.
Add the Topping (Optional):
- Sprinkle the rolled oats and additional brown sugar evenly over the top of the crumble.
Bake:
- Bake the crumble in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the apples are soft.
Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let the crumble rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with custard, ice cream, or heavy cream.
Notes
Apple Variety: Bramley apples are preferred for their tartness, but you can use other apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
Oats and Cinnamon: Both are optional but add extra texture and flavor. You can skip these if preferred.
Storage: Leftover crumble can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to restore crispiness.
Serving Tip: Traditionally, apple crumble is served with warm custard. However, some people also enjoy it with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of heavy (double) cream.
Nutrition
Calories: 372kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 124mgPotassium: 214mgFiber: 4gSugar: 34gVitamin A: 476IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 2mg
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