Classic Apple Crumble with Oat Topping
📜 Collection: Patsy Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Desserts A classic apple crumble featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apples baked under a delicious, buttery rolled oat topping. This comforting dessert is perfect for serving warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 1 hour | None | 4 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Baking pan
- Mixing bowl
- Pastry blender
Ingredients
Filling
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Cups | Apples | Sliced, peeled |
| 1 Tbsp | Flour | All-purpose |
| 1/4 Tsp | Cinnamon | Ground |
| 1/4 Cup | Sugar | White, or to taste |
Topping
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 Cup | Rolled Oats | Old-fashioned |
| 1/2 Cup | Brown Sugar | Packed |
| 1/4 Cup | Flour | All-purpose |
| 4 Tbsp | Butter | Chilled |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Filling
- Preheat oven to 300-325°F and grease a small baking pan.
- Place the 2 cups sliced, peeled apples into the pan.
- Sprinkle with 1 tbsp flour, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, and 1/4 cup sugar, tossing gently to combine.
Step 2: Prepare the Topping and Bake
- In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup flour.
- Cut in the 4 tbsp chilled butter using a pastry blender until the mixture is crumbly.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples and bake for 1 hour, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender when pierced with a knife.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The topping can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before assembling and baking.
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