The Best Baked Apple Crumble With Sweet Cinnamon Cream

This baked apple crumble is a classic, comforting dessert that brings together sweet, tender apples and a crunchy, buttery topping. It’s a simple and heartwarming dish perfect for any occasion, especially during the autumn months.

Why Make This Recipe

This recipe is a crowd-pleaser that is remarkably easy to prepare. It combines the best of two beloved desserts: soft baked apples and crispy apple crumble, creating an irresistible treat. It’s a cozy and satisfying dessert that makes your home smell wonderful.​

How to Make Baked Apple Crumble

Making this dessert is a straightforward process. You’ll start by preparing the apple filling and placing it in a baking dish. Next, you’ll mix the ingredients for the crumble topping until it forms coarse crumbs. To finish, you sprinkle the topping over the apples and bake until the filling is bubbly and the top is golden brown.​

Ingredients

For the Apple Filling:

• 6 cups of apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)​
• ¼ cup granulated sugar​
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour​
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon​
• 2 tbsp lemon juice​

For the Crumble Topping:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour​
• ⅓ cup packed brown sugar​
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar​
• ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes​
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon​

For the Cinnamon Cream:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).​
2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, granulated sugar, flour, and cinnamon until evenly coated. Spread this mixture into a 9×9-inch or similar-sized baking dish.​
3. To make the topping, combine the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.​
4. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture forms crumbs the size of large peas.​
5. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple filling.​
6. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling and tender.​
7. While the crumble bakes, prepare the cinnamon cream. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and cinnamon until stiff peaks form.
8. Let the crumble cool for about 10 minutes before serving.​

How to Serve Baked Apple Crumble

Serve the apple crumble warm. It is delicious on its own, but for an extra treat, top it with a generous dollop of the homemade cinnamon cream. It also pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.​

How to Store Baked Apple Crumble

You can store leftover apple crumble covered at room temperature for up to two days. For longer storage, keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. You can enjoy it cold or reheat it in the oven or microwave.

Tips to Make Baked Apple Crumble

• Use cold butter for the topping to ensure it has a crumbly, not greasy, texture.​
• Avoid overmixing the topping mixture; you want to see clumps of butter to get a flaky result.​
• Choose a firm, tart apple like Granny Smith, which holds its shape well during baking. For a sweeter flavor, Honeycrisp or Braeburn apples are also excellent choices.​

Variations

• Add Nuts: Mix in ½ cup of chopped pecans or walnuts into the crumble topping for added crunch and flavor.​
• Include Oats: For a chewier topping, substitute half of the flour with rolled oats.​
• Spice it Up: Add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice to the apple filling for a warmer spice flavor.​

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