What is
Apple Crumble Pie?

Apple Crumble Pie is a dessert that features a sweet apple filling covered with a crumbly topping made from butter, flour, sugar, and oats or nuts. It is baked until golden and typically served warm, often with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Origins & History

Apple Crumble Pie has its roots in traditional British desserts, where the crumble topping was created during World War II as a way to make desserts with limited resources. The combination of apples and crumble has since evolved into many variations, including the pie format.

Taste & Texture

The pie offers a sweet and tangy flavor from the apples, paired with a buttery and crunchy texture from the crumble topping. The spices, typically cinnamon and nutmeg, add warmth and depth to the overall taste.

Ingredients

Apples

The main filling ingredient, usually tart varieties like Granny Smith or sweet types like Fuji, which provide flavor and texture to the pie.

Butter

Essential for the crumble topping, providing richness and flavor.

Sugar

Used to sweeten both the apple filling and the crumble topping.

Flour

Forms the bulk of the crumble topping, giving it structure.

Oats

Often added to the crumble for a chewy texture and nutty flavor.

Cinnamon

A common spice used to flavor the apples and enhance their sweetness.

Nutmeg

Sometimes included for additional warmth and complexity in flavor.

This item may contain the following allergens:

Gluten

Lactose

Nuts