Description
A timeless British dessert featuring tender, tart Granny Smith apples tossed in lemon and light spice, tucked beneath a perfectly crisp, buttery streusel topping. This comforting treat balances the natural acidity of fresh fruit with the deep caramel notes of brown sugar, creating a luxurious texture that is ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknights.
Ingredients
6 large Granny Smith apples
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
3/4 cup brown sugar, divided
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Peel, core, and slice the apples into uniform half-inch thick wedges.
Toss the apple slices in a large mixing bowl with lemon juice and two tablespoons of brown sugar.
Transfer the prepared apples into a greased nine-inch baking dish.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, the remaining brown sugar, and ground cinnamon.
Add the cold cubed butter to the dry mixture and rub it in with your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the apples in the baking dish.
Bake for 40 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
Notes
Ensure the butter is chilled before rubbing it into the flour to maintain the desired crumbly texture. You can substitute Granny Smith apples with Honeycrisp if you prefer a sweeter flavor profile. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg