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Quick apple crumble: crunchy dessert in 30 minutes

Apple crumble
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Quick apple crumble is a simple dessert with soft fruit and a crunchy top. It takes 10 minutes to prep and bakes while you do something else.

Recipe facts

Details

  • Prep: 10 min
  • Cook: 20 min
  • Servings: 2-3 servings
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Cost:

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 300 kcal
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Carbs: 42 g
  • of which sugars: 20 g
  • Fat: 11 g
  • of which saturates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

Indicative values only. This does not replace medical advice.

Ingredients (2-3 servings)

  • 2 apples
  • 60 g flour
  • 40 g sugar
  • 40 g cold butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

Quick method

  1. Peel and dice apples, season with lemon and cinnamon.
  2. Rub flour, sugar, and cold butter until crumbly.
  3. Place apples in a dish and cover with crumble.
  4. Bake at 180C for 20-25 minutes.

Tips for a perfect crumble

  • Use cold butter for crisp crumbs.
  • Do not overwork the mixture.
  • Cover with foil if it browns too fast.

My moment for this recipe

I make it when apples are getting too ripe. It is the easiest rescue dessert.

Storage

Keep in the fridge for up to 2 days. Warm in the oven for a few minutes to restore crunch.

My tip

I add a small handful of oats for extra crunch when I have them.

Quick FAQ

Can I use pears? Yes, pears work great or mixed with apples.

Can I make it ahead? Yes, assemble and bake just before serving.

The detail that makes it work

With Quick apple crumble, a small finish at the end is what makes it work every time. With 30 minutes with Easy effort, it is a recipe I can repeat easily. To keep the budget (€), I keep to pantry staples and simple portions.

FAQ

Posso usare pere?

Si, anche con un mix mele e pere.

Si puo preparare in anticipo?

Si, il crumble si conserva in frigo.

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