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Brown Butter Apple Crumble

This Brown Butter Apple Crumble is a warm, nutty, and crunchy dessert perfect for any season, featuring tender cinnamon-kissed apples under a golden crumble topping.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Apple, Baking, Brown Butter, Comfort Food, Easy, Fruit
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 medium apples peeled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter to brown
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  • Peel, core, and slice 4 medium apples into even pieces. Toss them in a large bowl with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to prevent browning and add brightness. Mix in 1/2 cup of brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon until apples are well coated.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the butter foams, turns a golden brown, and releases a nutty aroma, about 4-5 minutes. Be careful not to burn it.
  • Remove the browned butter from heat and pour it into a mixing bowl. Add 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans. Stir until the mixture is crumbly and evenly coated with the butter.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the apple mixture evenly in your baking dish. Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over the apples, covering them completely.
  • Bake the crumble for 40-45 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and crisp and the apples are bubbling around the edges. If the topping browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking.
  • Let the Brown Butter Apple Crumble cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm on its own or with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce.

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking dish (8x8 inch or similar)
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Oven mitts

Notes

  • Store leftovers covered tightly in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat before serving.
  • To refresh the crumble topping’s crispness after refrigeration, briefly broil or toast in the oven.
  • For longer storage, freeze the crumble in an airtight container for up to 3 months and thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.