Maple-Roasted Apple Crumble with Oat Crust
Warm spiced apples topped with a crisp oat crumble, baked to golden perfection with a touch of maple syrup for cozy comfort. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 65 minutes pairs peeled and sliced apples, maple syrup, ground cinnamon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 4 cups, peeled and sliced apples
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 3 tbsp, cold and cubed butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss apples with 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp cinnamon, and flour in a 9-inch baking dish; spread evenly.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and cold cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or fingers to work until crumbly. Stir in walnuts.
- Step 3: Sprinkle oat mixture evenly over apples. Bake for 40-45 minutes until apples are bubbling around edges and topping is golden brown. Let cool 15 minutes before serving with vanilla ice cream.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Roasted Apple Crumble with Oat Crust take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (20 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Maple-Roasted Apple Crumble with Oat Crust?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep peeled and sliced apples from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Roasted Apple Crumble with Oat Crust?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Maple-Roasted Apple Crumble with Oat Crust for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Maple-Roasted Apple Crumble with Oat Crust?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
