Apple Crumble
Description
This apple crumble recipe is perfect for anyone who loves apples. This recipe has layers of textures which makes it delicious. You can taste juicy and jam like apple flavor and texture with crispy and crunchy crumbs to enhance the overall texture of this dessert. Pair this crumble with your favorite ice cream or custard to add a creamy texture to your favorite desert.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F)/ gas 4. Using a peeler, carefully peel the apples to remove the skin. Place on a chopping board and use a corer to remove apple cores.
- On the chopping board, cut the apples carefully into 2.5cm (1in) cube pieces with a sharp knife. Place the pieces in the bottom of an ovenproof dish.
- Place the sugar, butter, lemon zest, juice and salt in a saucepan with the water. Bring to the boil, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the butter has melted.
- Carefully pour the butterscotch mixture over the chopped apples in the oven proof dish. Stir with a wooden spoon until the apples are cooled evenly in the sauce.
- Place the flour in a mixing bowl with the diced butter. Using your fingertips, rub in the butter until the mixture looks like rough crumbs. Stir in the oats and the sugar.
- Spoon the crumble mixture over the top of the apples and bake in the oven on he top shelf for 35-40 minutes until bubbling and golden. Allow to stand for 5 minutes before serving.
