Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2 cup

rolled oats

1.5 cup

all-purpose flour

1.33 cup

brown sugar

packed

0.5 tsp

fine sea salt

0.75 cup

unsalted butter

melted

8 unit

apples

peeled, cored, and sliced

2 cup

cranberries

fresh or frozen

1.33 cup

sugar

2 tbsp

cornstarch

2 tsp

ground cinnamon

1 unit

vanilla ice cream

for serving

Step 1
~8 min

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter a 3-quart baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~8 min

In a bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, packed brown sugar, and fine sea salt.

Step 3
~8 min

Add the melted unsalted butter and mix until small clumps form.

Step 4
~8 min

Place the oat crumble topping in the freezer.

Step 5
~8 min

In a large bowl, toss the peeled and sliced apples, cranberries, sugar, cornstarch, and ground cinnamon.

Step 6
~8 min

Transfer the fruit filling to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~8 min

Sprinkle the oat crumble topping evenly over the fruit filling.

Step 8
~8 min

Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the crumble is lightly golden and the filling is bubbling.

Step 9
~8 min

Let cool for 20 minutes before serving.

Step 10
~8 min

Serve warm, topped with vanilla ice cream.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add chopped nuts to the crumble topping for extra crunch.

Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor.

Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The crumble topping can be made ahead and stored in the freezer.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cinnamon and apple)
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Dust with powdered sugar.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream
Cheddar cheese (for a sweet and savory pairing)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A popular comfort food dessert, especially during fall and winter.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall
Winter
Dinner party

Popularity Score

75/100