A delightful apple crumble recipe perfect for sharing, featuring warm spices and a crunchy topping.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Preheating ensures even cooking and a perfect crumble texture.
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges.
Uniform slices ensure even cooking.
In a mixing bowl, toss the apple slices with cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and brown sugar.
Coating the apples evenly enhances the flavor.
Transfer the apple mixture into a small baking dish.
Spread the apples evenly for consistent baking.
In another bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Mixing the dry ingredients thoroughly ensures a uniform topping.
Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Use cold butter for a crumbly texture.
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples.
Covering the apples completely prevents them from drying out.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes or until the topping is golden and the apples are tender.
Check the crumble halfway through to ensure even browning.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Serving warm enhances the comforting flavors.