Honey-Sweetened Apple Cinnamon Crumble

Introduction: Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with this Honey-Sweetened Apple Cinnamon Crumble. This dessert combines tender, spiced apples with a crispy, buttery topping, all sweetened naturally with honey. It’s the perfect treat for cozy evenings or a delightful end to any meal. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of comfort.

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Serving Size: 6 servings

Ingredients:

For the filling:

• 6 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples (about 4-5 medium apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

For the crumble topping:

• 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• A pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with honey, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour until well coated. Transfer the apple mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish.
3. For the crumble topping, combine the oats, flour, honey, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. Cut in the cold butter with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple mixture in the baking dish.
5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender and bubbling.
6. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes:

• For a richer topping, you can substitute brown sugar for the honey in the crumble mixture.
• If you prefer a spicier flavor, increase the amount of cinnamon or add a pinch of cloves.
• Serve the crumble warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.

This Honey-Sweetened Apple Cinnamon Crumble is a delightful, healthier twist on a classic dessert, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping things naturally sweet!