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easy cranberry apple crumble with oats is a perfect fall and thanksgiving dessert
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Cranberry Apple Crumble

Indulge in comforting Cranberry Apple Crumble—a blend of sweet apples, tart cranberries, and a buttery crumble topping. It's a simple, joyous dessert for all, no culinary expertise needed.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

For the Apple Filling:

  • 4-5 medium-sized apples e.g., Granny Smith
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries

For the Crumble Topping:

  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup brown sugar packed
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cold, cubed
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and dried cranberries.
  • In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Add cold, cubed butter and blend until you have coarse crumbs.
  • Layer the spiced apple mixture in a baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples, covering them completely.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and apples are bubbling.
  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat!

Notes

  • Use various apple types for rich flavors.
  • Adjust sugar according to your taste and apple sweetness.
  • Keep the crumble topping chunky for extra deliciousness.
  • Keep an eye on the oven to prevent burning.