Air Fryer Apple Crumble
Our air fryer apple crumble, combines warm spices, sliced apples, and a crispy topping for an utterly irresistible dessert.
Our air fryer apple crumble is the perfect dessert to throw together quickly with fresh apples and simple pantry ingredients. Add a drizzle of cream or a scoop of ice cream for an irresistible dessert that everyone will love.
The recipe combines fresh, sweet/tart apples—I like Honeycrisp—warm spices, and sugar. The buttery brown sugar crumb topping includes oats for extra texture.
Why the Air Fryer?
The air fryer is a good choice because it cooks quickly. Plus, it doesn’t heat the house up or use as much energy as a conventional oven.
Recipe Variations
Filling Variations
- Different Apples: Try Granny Smith for tartness, Fuji or Gala for extra sweetness, or a mix for complexity.
- Pears: Try using sliced pears instead of apples.
- Add Berries: Stir in 1/2 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries, raspberries, or cranberries with the apples before cooking.
- Caramel Apple Crumble: Replace the water with 1 tablespoon of caramel sauce for richer flavor.
- Spiced Apples: Add a pinch of nutmeg, allspice, or cardamom to the apple mixture.
Topping Variations
- Nutty Crumble: Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the crumble mixture for extra texture.
- Coconut Crunch: Mix in 2 tablespoons of unsweetened shredded coconut.
- Granola Topping: Replace quick oats with granola for a crunchier, more textured finish.
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend in place of all-purpose flour.
Flavor Twists
- Citrus Zest: Stir in 1 teaspoon of lemon or orange zest with the apples.
- Boozy Kick: Add a splash of bourbon or spiced rum (1 tablespoon) to the apple mixture before cooking.
- Savory-Sweet: Add a small pinch of sea salt flakes on top before the final air fry.
How to Store
Refrigerator: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freeze Transfer the apple crumble to an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight.
How to Reheat
Air Fryer: Reheat in the air fryer at 325°F for 5 to 8 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
Oven: Put the crumble or a portion in a baking dish and cover loosely with foil. Bake at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes.
Microwave: Transfer a serving-size portion to a microwave-safe bowl, cover with a damp paper towel, and warm for 45 to 60 seconds or until heated through.
Air Fryer Apple Crumble
Ingredients
For the Apples
- 1 teaspoon butter, softened, for the pan
- 1 1/2 pounds apples, Honeycrisp or similar, peeled,nd thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon water
For the Crumble
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons quick oats
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch salt
For Serving
- whipped cream, or ice cream, optional
Instructions
- Air-Fry the Apples: Butter a 7-inch round baking dish or pan with 1 teaspoon of softened butter. Add the apples. Combine 1 teaspoon of cinnamon with 1 teaspoon of flour and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar. Add the sugar mixture to the apples and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of water. Cover the pan with foil and air fry at preheated 350°F for 10 to 12 minutes or until the apples are softened. Stir gently.
- Make the Topping: While the sliced apples are cooking, combine 1 stick of butter, 1 cup of flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, the oats, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Work the butter into the mixture to form the crumbs.
- Air-Fry the Crumble Dessert: Sprinkle the crumb mixture over the cooked apples and return to the air fryer. Cook for 7 to 10 minutes or until the topping is browned.
- Cool:Transfer the Crumble to a rack to cool slightly.
- Serve: Arrange servings in dessert dishes with a drizzle of cream, a dollop of sweetened whipped cream, or a scoop of ice cream. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
