Hidden Cinnamon Apple Crumble with Oat Topping

A crisp-topped dessert where cinnamon is layered deep within the apple filling, revealing its warmth only after the first forkful.

Cuisine: American

Category: Desserts

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 45 minutes.

Serves 8.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, toss 6 peeled, sliced apples with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1.5 tsp cinnamon, and 3 tbsp flour until evenly coated. Transfer to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Step 2: In another bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup cold cubed butter, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Use a pastry cutter or fork to work until crumbly and pea-sized.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the apples. Bake for 45 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
  4. Step 4: Let cool for 20 minutes before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.