Oven-Roasted Apple Crumble with Cinnamon and Walnuts
Baked apple crumble featuring tender spiced apples and a crunchy walnut-oat topping, perfect served warm with cream. This british-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, lemon juice into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 medium (about 2 lbs), peeled and sliced apples
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 6 tbsp, cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, toss 4 peeled and sliced medium apples with 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tbsp lemon juice until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Transfer the apple mixture to a greased 8x8-inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine 3/4 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts. Add 6 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter.
- Step 4: Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the oat mixture until crumbly and pea-sized clumps form.
- Step 5: Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and apples are bubbling.
- Step 6: Let cool for 10 minutes before serving warm with cream or ice cream.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Apple Crumble with Cinnamon and Walnuts take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Oven-Roasted Apple Crumble with Cinnamon and Walnuts?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Apple Crumble with Cinnamon and Walnuts?
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 Oven-Roasted Apple Crumble with Cinnamon and Walnuts 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 Oven-Roasted Apple Crumble with Cinnamon and Walnuts?
British 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.
