Cinnamon Swirl Apple Baked Crumble with Chai Spice

Servings:

8-10 people

Prep Time:

45 minutes

Cook Time:

40 minutes

Total Time:

1 hour 25 minutes

Ingredients:

For the filling:

• 6 apples, peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

For the crumble:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

For the cinnamon swirl:

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Filling

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and salt.
3. Mix until the apples are evenly coated with the dry ingredients.
4. Add in the unsalted butter and mix until the apples are well combined.

Step 2: Prepare the Crumble

1. In a separate mixing bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, cold butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
2. Use your fingers or a pastry blender to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3: Assemble the Baked Crumble

1. Transfer the apple filling to a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2. Top the apple filling with the crumble mixture, spreading it evenly.
3. Use your hands or a spatula to create a cinnamon swirl on top of the crumble.

Step 4: Bake and Serve

1. Place the baked crumble in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
2. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Enjoy your Cinnamon Swirl Apple Baked Crumble with Chai Spice!