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gluten free crumble

Gluten-Free Apple Crumble

A warm, comforting gluten-free apple crumble that combines the tangy flavor of Bramley apples with warm spices and a crunchy, buttery topping. This quick and easy dessert is perfect for busy home cooks looking for a fuss-free treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 49 minutes
Servings: 6 searving
Course: Dessert, Gluten-Free Recipes
Cuisine: british
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Apple Filling:
  • 600 g Bramley apples peeled and diced
  • 55 g caster sugar
  • 1 tsp ground mixed spice
  • For the Crumble Topping:
  • 150 g gluten-free 1:1 flour blend
  • 150 g cold unsalted butter diced
  • 60 g light muscovado sugar
  • 50 g gluten-free oats
  • Pinch of salt

Equipment

  • Ovenproof dish (8-9 inch)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring scales and spoons
  • Pastry cutter or fingertips

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Apple Filling:
  2. Preheat oven to 180°C (fan).
  3. In a saucepan, combine diced apples, caster sugar, and mixed spice.
  4. Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until apples start to soften.
  5. Transfer to an ovenproof dish and spread evenly.
  6. Make the Crumble Topping:
  7. In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour and diced butter.
  8. Rub butter into flour using fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
  9. Stir in muscovado sugar, oats, and salt.
  10. Assemble and Bake:
  11. Evenly sprinkle the crumble mixture over the apple filling.
  12. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden and crisp.
  13. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
  14. Serving Suggestions:
  15. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or custard.