Welcome back to What's For Tea, where delicious, hearty dishes take center stage. Today's recipe is for all of you who love a dessert that's as comforting as a warm hug on a crisp autumn day. Our Classic Homestyle Apple Crumble is the very definition of a rustic dessert, featuring tart Bramley apples and a buttery, cinnamon-kissed crumble topping. Perfectly simple with a handful of ingredients, this crumble will surely become your go-to sweet treat. Let's dive into the heartwarming world of baking and create a dessert that’s a classic for good reason!
Ingredients:
- 110 grams of soft brown sugar (85 grams for crumble topping, 25 grams for apple mixture)
- 3 large Bramley cooking apples
- 150 grams of plain or all-purpose flour
- 100 grams of cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons of water (optional, as needed)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to gas mark 4 (180°C/350°F). Prepare a baking dish suitable for serving four generous portions.
2. Peel, core, and slice the apples into small, even pieces, about the size of a dime, to ensure they cook evenly without pre-cooking.
3. Place your sliced apples in a large bowl and cover them with water to prevent browning. Set aside.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and 85 grams of the brown sugar. Add the cubed, cold butter and use your fingertips to rub the mixture together until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs. This will take approximately four to five minutes.
5. Drain the apples and return them to their bowl. Stir in the remaining 25 grams of brown sugar and the ground cinnamon until well combined.
6. Arrange a layer of the apple mixture in the bottom of your baking dish, then sprinkle the crumble mixture on top. Gently tap the dish to settle the crumble topping without compacting it, maintaining a crumbly texture.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 to 45 minutes, or until the crumble topping is golden brown and the apple mixture is bubbling.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Total Time: 60-65 minutes
Servings: 4 generous portions
Equipment:
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking dish
- Peeler and corer
Cooking Tips:
- Always use cold butter for the crumble to achieve the perfect texture.
- For an added twist, mix in some oat flakes with the crumble topping for extra crunch.
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