Apple Crumble Topping
Melted butter, oats, brown sugar and cinnamon create a golden and crispy apple crumble topping ideal for any fruit dessert. Quick, foolproof, and delicious!
Servings 6 serves
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup (90g / 3.2 oz.) all-purpose flour, scoop & leveled
- 3/4 cup old fashioned whole rolled oats
- 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar, how to measure brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 125 g unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the flour, oats, sugar, and cinnamon. Stir until well combined.
- Add Butter: Pour over the melted butter and mix with a wooden spoon or spatula until it forms a crumbly dough. For a more hands-on approach, you can also use your hands to better integrate the butter.
- Prepare for Baking: Evenly distribute the crumble topping over your chosen fruit filling in the baking dish. This versatile topping works beautifully with any fruit combination, from apples and berries to peaches and pears.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the crumble is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling.
- Cool: Remove the crumble from the oven and allow it to cool slightly to let the flavors meld together.
- Serve: Serve the crumble warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a classic touch, or let it cool completely and gently reheat it later for a warm, comforting treat.
Notes
- Storage: Store unused crumble topping in an airtight container, refrigerated for 2-3 days. Ensure it’s cooled completely before storing to maintain the best texture and flavor.
- Freeze: To freeze the crumble topping, spread it out on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, then transfer the frozen crumbles into a freezer-safe bag or container. This prevents the pieces from clumping together and allows for easy portioning later on. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Thaw: There's no need to thaw the crumble topping before use. You can sprinkle it directly onto your fruit base from frozen, which helps it maintain its texture while baking.