Oven-Roasted Cinnamon Apple Crumble
Warm and fragrant roasted apple slices topped with a buttery cinnamon oat crumble, perfect for cozy dessert moments. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes pairs granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
- 5 medium, peeled, cored, sliced 1/4 inch thick Granny Smith apples
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup, packed light brown sugar
- 6 tbsp, cold, cubed unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, toss 5 peeled, cored, and 1/4-inch thick sliced Granny Smith apples with 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tbsp lemon juice until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Transfer the apple mixture to a 9-inch square baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Step 3: In another bowl, combine 3/4 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add 6 tbsp cold, cubed unsalted butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 4: Sprinkle the oat crumble evenly over the apples in the baking dish.
- Step 5: Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, until the apples are tender and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
- Step 6: Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Cinnamon Apple Crumble take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Oven-Roasted Cinnamon Apple Crumble?
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 granulated sugar from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Cinnamon Apple Crumble?
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 Cinnamon Apple Crumble 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 Cinnamon Apple Crumble?
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.
