Cooking Instructions for Jamie Oliver's Apple Crumble
Prepare the Apples
Wash, peel, and core the apples. Slice them into even pieces. Place the slices into a large mixing bowl for easy preparation.
Add Flavor to the Filling
Mix the apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir well until every slice is lightly coated.
Prepare the Baking Dish
Lightly grease a baking dish with butter. Spread the apple mixture evenly across the dish to create the fruit base.
Combine Dry Topping Ingredients
In another bowl, add flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt. Mix everything together until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Add the Butter
Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Rub the butter into the dry ingredients using your fingertips.
Create the Crumble Texture
Continue rubbing the mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Small butter pieces will help create a crispy topping.
Cover the Apples
Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apple layer. Make sure the fruit is fully covered for best results.
Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Allow it to fully heat before placing the crumble inside for baking.
Bake the Crumble
Place the baking dish in the oven. Bake for about 40 minutes until the topping becomes golden brown and crisp.
Cool and Serve
Remove the crumble from the oven. Let it cool for ten minutes before serving. This helps the filling thicken slightly.
