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Apple Crumble

By:Nagi
Published:3 Jun '18Updated:8 Oct '22
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With a warm, cinnamon laced apple filling and a perfectly crunchy, crumbly topping, Apple Crumble is an absolute crowd pleaser! Very easy to make, this Apple Crumble recipe is a keeper that you’ll make again and again.

This is a reader favourite included by popular demand in my debut cookbook “Dinner”!

Close up overhead photo of Apple Crumble with scoops of vanilla ice cream

THE Apple Crumble recipe

This is The Apple Crumble recipe I’ve been making for years and years. Ever since my sister made an Apple Crumble by a well known celebrity chef for my birthday dinner (yes I’m weird, I seriously requested Apple Crumble instead of a birthday cake) and it was terribly disappointing.

Crumbly topping to be sure, but it was awfully dry and the filling was watery.

Not her fault, it was the recipe. She was not happy. Actually, she was rather grumpy.

That was the moment when I decided I needed to create my own recipe. 🙂

A dish of Apple Crumble, fresh out of the oven, ready to be served

Why use this Apple Crumble recipe?

There are tons and tons of Apple Crumble recipes out there. This recipe doesn’t have any ground breaking techniques or secret ingredients. But it works, tastes great and it makes an Apple Crumble that is everything it should be. Specifically:

1. The apple filling is not dry or watery. It is made ever so slightly jammy / syrupy with the addition of flour mixed with the usual sugar (plus cinnamon for fragrance). Just a bit of flour really makes a difference; and

2. The crumbly topping bakes up beautifully crisp but is not dry or doughy or overly sweet. It crumbles when you serve it – hence the name 😉 – but it doesn’t disintegrate, there are chunks that hold together. Think chunky muesli/granola – like that. But softer. 🙂

Preparation steps for Apple Crumble

Best apples for Apple Crumble

I like to use Granny Smith apples because the sweet-tart palette appeals to me. If you prefer not to have tartness, then feel free to use sweet red apples.

This recipe will also work for pears and even stone fruits like peaches.

Best apples for Apple Crumble are Granny Smiths
Close up of Apple Crumble in a rustic white bowl with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, ready to be eaten
Overhead photo of Apple Crumble showing the warm, cinnamon apple filling, topped with scoops of vanilla ice cream

The smell when this is in the oven is just heavenly. The cinnamon, the apple, the buttery sweet goodness.

And that moment when you crack through the nubbly golden topping and are greeted with the sight of golden syrupy, tender apples…

It’s just a little bit of heaven, right there.

Just one rule. Don’t forget the ice cream!!! 😇  – Nagi x


Apple Crumble
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Close up overhead photo of Apple Crumble with scoops of vanilla ice cream

Apple Crumble

Author: Nagi | RecipeTin Eats
Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 40 mins
Total: 55 mins
Dessert
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4.98 from 377 votes
Servings6 -8
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Recipe video above. A filling of tender, cinnamon laced apples topped with a nubbly crunchy, golden topping. You’ll love how this Apple Crumble isn’t overly sweet, and how the filling is syrupy and jammy, rather than watery or dry. The smell when this is cooking is everything! SWEETNESS – see Note 4.

Ingredients

Apple Filling

  • 2 lb / 1kg Granny Smith Apples( green apples) , weight before peeling
  • 1 tbsp flour , plain / all-purpose
  • 1/2 cup white sugar (sub brown sugar)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (or water)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Topping

  • 1 cup rolled oats / oatmeal (quick cooking is ok)
  • 1 cup flour , plain / all-purpose
  • 1 cup (loosely packed) brown sugar (sub white sugar)
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon powder
  • 125g / 1/2 cup unsalted butter , melted
  • Pinch of salt

To Serve

  • Vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F (both fan and standard).
  • Apple – Peel apples, then cut into 1.5cm/ 1/2” cubes.
  • Apple filling – Place apples in a bowl. Sprinkle with flour, sugar and cinnamon, then pour over lemon juice. Toss, then spread out evenly in a 1.5 litre/1.5 quart baking dish. 
  • Crumble topping – Place Topping ingredients in a bowl. Mix until clumps form, like wet sand (see video). Spread over the apples, crumbling with fingers if required to get that crumbly topping.
  • Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove, cover loosely with foil to keep warm and let stand for 10 minutes before serving (let's the apple syrup thicken slightly).
  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream!

Recipe Notes:

1. Weight is BEFORE peeling and coring. I like making this with Granny Smith apples because they are slightly tart. You can use any apples you want, or even pears.
Peaches work too but you can cut back on the sugar a bit. This recipe is also great for any type of berries.
Whatever you use, don’t omit the sugar completely because it’s part of how the filling becomes a bit jammy rather than watery.
2. Weights – This recipe is quite forgiving / difference in cup measures are relative so it works whether using US cups or Imperial cups (i.e. what 99% of the rest of the world uses). It won’t work with Japanese cups (which are smaller) so please use the weight measures provided.
3. To make ahead, prepare recipe up to just before crumbling topping on top. Cover topping with cling wrap (refrigerate if it’s hot where you are) then crumble over just before baking.
4. SWEETNESS: A few readers have said they find this too sweet for their taste. I don’t have an overly sweet tooth, and love this as is. If you like less sweet things, reduce the sugar in the topping down to as low as 1/2 cup. It’s best to keep sugar in Filling as is so the syrup consistency isn’t affected. Also, use green apples – they are less sweet than others.
5. Nutrition per serving, assuming this serves 8, excludes ice cream.
Apple Crumble Nutrition
Originally posted April 2016, updated with new commentary, recipe video and fresh new photos. No change to recipe!

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 378g
Keywords: Apple Crisp, Apple Crumble
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1,062 Comments

  1. Danielle says

    January 20, 2023 at 11:05 pm

    This is hands down THE BEST apple crumble I have ever had. This recipe is an absolute staple in my house

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  2. Dianne says

    January 15, 2023 at 11:19 am

    Been making this crumble for ages now and it never fails! I love it with warm custard but if your in Aus. you’ll probably want ice-cream!

    Reply
  3. Ash Arya says

    December 24, 2022 at 9:02 am

    5 stars
    Probably one of the best crumbles I’ve tasted.
    Really easy to make and super tasty 👍

    Reply
  4. Grace says

    December 13, 2022 at 6:10 pm

    The best apple crumble and very easy too! I added slivered almonds which added taste and texture. Would like a gluten free version with an oats substitute.

    Reply
  5. Kelly B says

    December 12, 2022 at 6:00 am

    5 stars
    BEST Crumble EVER!!
    My family and guests were gushing over this recipe! It was perfect exactly as written. The apple’s were not overcooked and the filling was caramelized and heavenly. Thank you Nagi!! (a Kiwi living in Colorado)

    Reply
  6. Roslyn Gore says

    October 24, 2022 at 1:58 pm

    Hi Nagi, can I suggest, if you ever get the chance, try London Pippin apples in your apple recipes, and I think you’ll agree they come out ahead of Granny Smith’s, by a long way. We grow both, plus Jonathons, so I have done the comparison. The London Pippin holds it’s shape better during cooking and the flavour is sumptuous. They are a large, yellow skinned Apple and ripe earlier than the Granny Smiths. They have a shorter season than a Granny Smith but are so crisp when eaten with some green still on the skin. Give them a try!!!

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  7. alexa says

    October 10, 2022 at 3:12 pm

    5 stars
    this is the absolute best apple crumble recipe. so much better than store bought.
    first time i made it made the crumble way too runny and it ruined it but i tried again and omg. make it.
    thank you for blessing my taste buds

    Reply
  8. Durf says

    October 10, 2022 at 1:28 pm

    5 stars
    This was the best crumble in the world !!!!!!!! Thanks Nagi!! 💛 xoxo -Durf

    Reply
  9. Val says

    September 25, 2022 at 11:54 am

    5 stars
    Perfect apple crumble

    Reply
  10. debbie says

    September 19, 2022 at 7:44 pm

    can i swap out the sugar for splenda and whole wheat flour for regular (are the amounts the same)? Thanks!

    Reply
  11. Shan says

    September 3, 2022 at 6:04 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve made this so many times, everyone loves it, it’s now my go to recipe for apple crumble. Thank you Nagi! (:

    Reply
  12. Dilek kaplan says

    September 3, 2022 at 2:31 am

    5 stars
    I’m 54 years old, it’s the best dessert I’ve ever eaten and I made it so easily that I couldn’t believe it myself.
    thank you so much for sharing, stay with love

    Reply
  13. Anna says

    August 21, 2022 at 5:55 pm

    Hi! I don’t have much time to prepare this on the day I need it. Can I make ahead the apple filling and keep it in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours? Or will the apples go bad? Thanks!

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  14. Meg says

    August 20, 2022 at 5:09 pm

    5 stars
    Yum! I don’t know why but I always thought apple crumble was one of those difficult desserts & had never gotten the right balance of sweetness & tartness so this was perfect. Good kick of cinnamon too (I probably was a bit heavy handed with my measures) which I loved.

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