Delicious toffee apple crumble dessert topped with crispy crumble and caramel sauce

Toffee Apple Crumble

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why make this recipe

This Toffee Apple Crumble is warm, sweet, and easy. It uses simple ingredients and makes a cozy dessert fast. If you like apple treats, try this baked apple crumble for another simple option.

introduction

This crumble mixes soft baked apples with a crunchy toffee oat topping. The apple filling is sweet and spiced. The topping has butter, oats, and toffee bits for a nice crunch. You can make it for family meals or small gatherings.

how to make Toffee Apple Crumble

Start by warming the oven and prepping apples. Mix the filling and make the crumble. Layer them in a dish and bake until bubbly. For a different apple dessert idea, you can look at an apple bundt cake for another way to use apples.

Ingredients :

4 cups apple slices, 1 cup brown sugar, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 cup toffee bits, 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions :

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the sliced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
  3. In another bowl, combine the flour, oats, melted butter, salt, and toffee bits until crumbly.
  4. Spread the apple mixture in a baking dish and top with the crumble mixture.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden and the apples are bubbly.
  6. Serve warm, optionally with ice cream.

how to serve Toffee Apple Crumble

Serve it warm in bowls. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. A drizzle of caramel or a sprinkle of extra toffee bits also works. For a fun cozy side, try a slice of apple cider donut bread with your crumble.

how to store Toffee Apple Crumble

Let the crumble cool to room temperature. Cover the dish with foil or store in an airtight container. Keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat single servings in the microwave or warm the whole dish in the oven at 300°F (150°C) until hot.

tips to make Toffee Apple Crumble

  • Use firm apples that hold shape, like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • Cut apples into even slices so they cook the same.
  • Mix crumble until it looks like coarse crumbs; do not overwork it.
  • Scatter some toffee bits on top before baking for extra crunch.
  • Bake on a lower oven rack if the top browns too fast.

variation (if any)

  • Add chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) to the crumble for extra texture.
  • Stir a splash of lemon juice into the apples for a bright flavor.
  • Swap brown sugar for maple syrup for a different sweetness.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen apples?
A: Yes. Thaw and drain extra liquid, then mix with the sugar and cinnamon before baking.

Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes. Assemble the crumble and keep it covered in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Bake when ready.

Q: Can I use salted butter?
A: You can, but reduce added salt by half to keep the balance of flavors.

Q: Is this recipe gluten-free?
A: Not as written. Use gluten-free flour and certified gluten-free oats to make it gluten-free.

Q: How do I keep the topping crunchy after storing?
A: Reheat in the oven rather than the microwave. You can also add fresh toffee bits on top after warming.