French Apple Crumble

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12

Scrumptious French Apple Crumble recipe for a cozy night in

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 -8 apples , peeled , cored and diced
	1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
	1/4 cup salted butter , softened
	1/2 cup granulated sugar
	3/4 cup old fashioned oats
	1/3 cup all-purpose flour
	1/3 cup almonds , chopped very finely , almost to the consistency of flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

377

Sugar

27g

Fat

17g

The French Apple Crumble is a classic dessert that is enjoyed throughout the world. The tart apples are the star of the dish, while the crumbly, buttery topping provides a satisfying crunch and sweetness. This recipe is a simple, yet flavorful, take on the traditional English Apple Crumble, with the addition of nutmeg and almonds to give it a French twist.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2.	Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
3.	In a large mixing bowl, toss together the diced apples and nutmeg.
4.	Evenly distribute the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish.
5.	In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
6.	Stir in the old fashioned oats, all-purpose flour, and chopped almonds until a crumbly mixture is formed.
7.	Spread the crumble mixture over the top of the apple mixture in the baking dish.
8.	Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the top of the crumble is golden brown and the apples are tender.

PROS

This French Apple Crumble is an easy, comforting dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

The oats and almonds in the crumble topping add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor that complement the soft, sweet apples.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Also, the crumble topping may not be suitable for those with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, apples are a good source of fiber and vitamins.
The oats and almonds in the crumble topping provide additional fiber and protein, and may help to lower cholesterol levels.