Soft Crumb Spiced Apple

A warm, homey dessert featuring tender spiced apples beneath a buttery soft crumb topping—perfect for cozy evenings or simple sweet cravings.

This recipe has been a comforting favorite in my family, perfect for chilly nights and special gatherings.

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

Step 1:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) Lightly butter a 9-inch baking dish.

Step 2:

In a large bowl toss the sliced apples with lemon juice Add sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and flour Toss until evenly coated.

Step 3:

Spread the apple mixture evenly in the prepared dish.

Step 4:

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.

Step 5:

Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the apples.

Step 6:

Bake for 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender.

Step 7:

Cool slightly before serving Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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This dessert brings back wonderful family memories of cozy evenings spent enjoying sweet treats together.

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.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 340, Total Fat: 13 g, Carbohydrates: 56 g, Protein: 3 g

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This spiced apple crisp is the perfect comforting dessert to enjoy any night of the week.

Questions & Answers

→ What type of apples work best for this dish?

Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples are ideal for their firm texture and balanced sweetness, holding shape well during baking.

→ Can I add nuts to the topping?

Yes, a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans can be mixed into the crumb topping for added crunch and flavor.

→ Is it possible to substitute apples with another fruit?

Pears can be used as an alternative, offering a slightly different but equally delicious flavor profile.

→ How should the topping be prepared for the best texture?

Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend butter, sugars, oats, and flour into moist crumbs before spreading evenly over the fruit.

→ What serving suggestions complement this dish?

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or alongside a warm spiced tea to enhance the cozy experience.

→ Are there any allergen considerations?

This dish contains wheat gluten and dairy from butter. Certified gluten-free oats can be used to reduce gluten exposure.