Skillet Apple Crumble with Oat Topping

Name: Skillet Apple Crumble with Oat Topping
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 6-8 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 6 medium Apples (e.g., Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji), peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4-inch thick; 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (adjust based on apple sweetness); 1 tbsp All-Purpose Flour (for apple filling); 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon; 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg; 1 tbsp Lemon Juice; For the Oat Crumble Topping:; 1 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats; 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour; 1/2 cup Packed Brown Sugar; 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/2 cup (1 stick) Cold Unsalted Butter, cut into small cubes

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As March transitions from winter to spring, this Skillet Apple Crumble offers the perfect balance of comforting warmth and brighter flavors. Sliced apples are tossed with cinnamon and a hint of lemon, then covered with a hearty topping of oats, flour, brown sugar, and butter. Baked directly in a cast-iron skillet, it emerges golden and bubbly, with tender fruit and a crisp, irresistible crumble. It's a rustic, easy-to-make dessert that's fantastic served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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Prep Time20 min

Cook Time45 min

Servings6-8 servings

DifficultyEasy

Equipment

Large Mixing Bowls10-inch Cast-Iron Skillet or 8x8 inch Baking DishPastry Blender (optional)Baking Sheet

Instructions

1
Prepare the apple filling: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, 1 tbsp flour, 1 tsp cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss gently until the apples are evenly coated. Pour the apple mixture into a 10-inch cast-iron skillet or an 8x8 inch baking dish.
2
Make the oat crumble topping: In a separate medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, 1/2 cup flour, brown sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and salt. Whisk to combine.
3
Cut in the butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry crumble ingredients. Use a pastry blender, two knives, or your fingertips to cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
4
Assemble and bake: Sprinkle the oat crumble topping evenly over the apple mixture in the skillet. Place the skillet on a baking sheet (to catch any potential drips).
5
Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the apple filling is bubbly and tender when pierced with a knife, and the crumble topping is golden brown and crisp. If the topping browns too quickly, you can loosely tent it with aluminum foil.
6
Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set slightly. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition

Calories410 kcal

Protein4g

Fat20g

Carbohydrates

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use different types of apples?

Yes, a mix of sweet and tart apples (like Granny Smith and Fuji) often provides the best flavor and texture balance. Ensure they are firm apples that hold their shape during baking.

How do I prevent the topping from becoming soggy?

Ensure the butter is very cold when cutting it into the dry ingredients for the crumble. This helps create pockets of steam, leading to a crispier topping. Also, don't overmix the crumble mixture.

Can I make this ahead of time?

You can prepare the apple filling and the crumble topping separately and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Assemble and bake just before serving for the best results. Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave.

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Leckere Rezepte

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