Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Crumble

 

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 3-4 tablespoons ice water

For the Filling:

• 6 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

For the Crumble Topping:

• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust: In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough comes together. Shape the dough into a ball, flatten it into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

3. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss until the apples are evenly coated. Set aside.

4. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle large enough to line a 9-inch pie dish. Carefully transfer the dough to the pie dish, gently pressing it into the bottom and up the sides. Trim any excess dough hanging over the edges.

5. Fill the Pie: Arrange the apple filling evenly in the prepared pie crust.

6. Make the Crumble Topping: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

7. Top the Pie: Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple filling, covering it completely.

8. Bake: Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. If the crust edges start to brown too quickly, you can cover them with foil halfway through baking.

9. Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

This Apple Cinnamon Crumble Pie is a comforting and delicious dessert, perfect for enjoying during the fall season or any time you're craving a classic homemade treat!