Save on Pinterest 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
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter a 9 inch baking dish.
- Prepare Apples:
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice. Add sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and flour. Toss until evenly coated.
- Layer Apples:
- Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
- Make Topping:
- 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.
- Top Apples:
- Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the apples.
- Bake:
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender.
- Serve:
- Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Save on Pinterest 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
Save on Pinterest Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of apples work best?
Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples are recommended for their balance of tartness and sweetness, which hold up well during baking.
- → Can I add nuts to the topping?
Yes, chopped walnuts or pecans can be mixed into the topping for added crunch and flavor.
- → Is there a substitute for apples?
Pears can be used as a substitute, offering a softer texture and mild sweetness.
- → How do I achieve a soft crumb topping?
Use a combination of flour, oats, butter, and sugars, blending until soft moist crumbs form before sprinkling evenly.
- → What temperature and time are ideal for baking?
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 40 minutes or until the topping is golden and the fruit is tender and bubbling.
- → Can I prepare this dessert ahead of time?
Yes, assemble it in advance and bake when ready. Cooling slightly before serving enhances flavor and texture.