Caramelized apples and a cinnamon-kissed streusel make for the most inviting apple crumble.
As a bonus, this apple crumble is an incredibly easy dessert to make.
The most time-consuming step is likely to be peeling, coring, and slicing the apples.
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Layer them in a baking dish, and bake.
It’s really that easy.
Learn how to make apple crumble.
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you’re free to serve as is, silky and sweet right from the baking dish.
Or you could zhuzh it up withvanilla ice cream, cinnamon ice cream, or a caramel sauce.
But either way, this list is super simple.
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You may not even need a trip to the grocery store.
Really, it’s that simple.
Our Tips for the Best Apple Crumble
A dessert this easy is made for mixing things up.
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If you’d prefer a sweeter apple, Gala or Fuji are both good choices.
What Is the Difference Between an Apple Crisp and Apple Crumble?
Traditionally, fruit crumbles have a streusel-like topping made of flour, sugar, and butter.
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That differentiates them from fruit crisps, which have toppings that contain rolled oats and sometimes nuts.
This recipe sticks with the traditional definition, with a crunchy-tender topping.
Butter an 11- x 7-in.
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glass or ceramic baking dish.
Reserve in the freezer until needed.
Let cool slightly before serving.
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Serve warm or at room temperature.
The beautiful thing about this dish is that it really can be served either way.
Serve it however you want.
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Ice cream would be great as a topper for both.
