Mom's apple crumble

45 min
medium
5 ingredients

Mom's apple crumble

Apple Crumble is a traditional dessert with its roots in British cuisine. It emerged during World War II, when food restrictions limited access to some ingredients, and crumble became a simple and economical alternative to other more elaborate desserts like apple pie. In Latin America, this delicious dessert goes by various names and variants, depending on the country. For example, in Mexico and some Central American countries, it is commonly known as "apple crumble" or simply "apple dessert with a crust," while in Argentina and Chile it can be found under the name "apple crumbs." Its simplicity and the use of accessible ingredients have made it very popular in the region.

This dessert is characterized by a crunchy layer made with butter, flour, sugar, and oats that covers the cooked apples, highlighting the natural flavor of this fruit. The combination of ingredients creates a perfect contrast between the softness of the apples and the crunchy texture of the topping, making it a favorite to enjoy any time of the year.

How to make Mom's Apple Crumble

This crumble is an easy and delicious recipe that reminds us of the love in homemade preparations. To begin, peel the apples and remove the core.

Slice them thinly and place them in a lightly greased baking dish.

In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar with the flour.

Incorporate the butter until you get a texture of coarse crumbs that will provide crunchiness to the dessert.

Add the instant oats to the butter mixture and spread it over the apples in the dish.

Finally, bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35 minutes or until the topping is golden and crispy.

Crumble de manzana de mamá

Ingredients (5)

  • Apples
  • Flour
  • Brown Sugar
  • Butter
  • Instant Oats

Instructions (6 steps)

  1. 1 Peel the apples and remove the core
  2. 2 Slice the apples into thin rounds and place them in a lightly greased baking dish
  3. 3 Mix the sugar and the flour
  4. 4 Incorporate the butter until coarse crumbs form
  5. 5 Add the oats and pour the mixture over the apples
  6. 6 Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35 minutes