Jamie Oliver Simple Apple Crumble Recipe

Jamie Oliver Simple Apple Crumble Recipe is made with apples, oats, flour, brown sugar, unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. This recipe creates a warm, comforting fruit crumble. It takes about 1 hour to prepare and serves 6.

Jamie Oliver Simple Apple Crumble Recipe Ingredients

• 6 medium apples (e.g., Bramley or Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup (90 g) rolled oats
• ¾ cup (95 g) all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar
• ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, cold and diced
• Pinch of salt

How To Make Jamie Oliver Simple Apple Crumble Recipe

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat to 375 °F (190 °C).
2. Prepare Apples: Toss sliced apples with cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt; spread in a baking dish.
3. Make Crumble Topping: Combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and pinch of salt; rub in diced butter until mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
4. Top Apples: Sprinkle crumble evenly over the apples.
5. Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes until topping is golden and apples are bubbling.
6. Cool Slightly: Allow to rest for ~10 minutes before serving warm.

Recipe Tips

• Choose Tart Apples: Use Bramley or Granny Smith for balanced sweetness.
• Even Slices: Cut apples uniformly to ensure even cooking.
• Butter Temperature: Use cold butter for a crisp topping.
• Extra Crunch: Add chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts) to the crumble.
• Test Doneness: Apples should be soft and bubbling underneath.

What To Serve With Simple Apple Crumble

Serve this warm crumble with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a generous dollop of pouring cream, or a spoonful of custard. It’s also delightful alongside a cup of black tea or espresso.

How To Store Simple Apple Crumble

• Refrigerate: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crisp topping.
• Freeze: Freeze the cooled crumble—cover tightly, and thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Apple Crumble Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 320
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Carbohydrates: 44 g
• Sugar: 25 g
• Protein: 3 g
• Sodium: 80 mg

FAQs

• Can I use a different fruit?
  Yes – pears, berries, or rhubarb work wonderfully in place of apples.
• Is oats mandatory?
  No – for a classic crumble, omit oats and increase flour by ½ cup.
• How do I keep topping crispy?
  Reheat in the oven, not the microwave, to preserve crunch.
• Can I make ahead?
  Prepare apples and topping separately; assemble just before baking.
• Can I sweeten less?
  Yes – reduce sugar if using sweet apple varieties.

Try More Recipes:

• Jamie Oliver Rolled Carrot Cake Recipe
• Jamie Oliver’s Oven-Roasted Rhubarb Recipe
• Jamie Oliver Pear and Ginger Cake Recipe

Jamie Oliver Simple Apple Crumble Recipe

Course: DessertCuisine: British

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

45

minutes

Calories

320

kcal

A classic apple crumble with crisp oat topping—perfectly cozy and easy to make.

Ingredients

• 6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
  

• 1 tsp cinnamon
  

• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  

• 1 cup rolled oats
  

• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  

• ½ cup brown sugar
  

• ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
  

• Pinch of salt

Directions

• Preheat to 375 °F (190 °C).
  
• Toss apples with cinnamon, vanilla, and salt; spread in dish.
  
• Mix oats, flour, and sugar; rub in butter until crumbly.
  
• Sprinkle topping over apples.
  
• Bake 40–45 minutes until golden and bubbling.
  
• Cool ~10 minutes before serving