Skillet Apple Crumble

There is nothing better than a warm skillet dessert filled with tender cinnamon-spiced apples and a buttery, golden crumble topping. This easy Skillet Apple Crumble is the perfect dessert for busy nights, family gatherings, or whenever you’re craving a homemade treat without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and caramel drizzle for the ultimate comfort dessert!

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Skillet Apple Crumble

Why You'll Love This Skillet Apple Crumble Recipe

• A classic fall-inspired dessert that brings homemade comfort food flavors to the table

• Uses simple pantry staples and fresh apples for an easy, affordable treat

• Requires minimal prep work while still tasting like a bakery-quality dessert

• Perfect for busy families because it can be prepared ahead and reheated when needed

• A crowd-pleasing dessert that is ideal for holidays, potlucks, and family gatherings

• Made in one skillet for easy preparation and fewer dishes to clean up

• A great way to use seasonal apples and enjoy fresh fruit in a delicious dessert

• Easy to customize with different fruits, spices, nuts, or toppings

• Pairs perfectly with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel drizzle for an extra special treat

• Delivers the perfect combination of tender cinnamon-spiced apples and crispy, buttery crumble topping

  
  

Baking Tips & Tricks

• Choose firm apples like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Pink Lady that hold their shape while baking

• Slice apples evenly so they cook at the same rate and create a consistent texture throughout the dessert

• Coat apples thoroughly with lemon juice, cornstarch, sugar, and spices to create a flavorful filling with the perfect thickness

• Use melted butter in the crumble topping for a rich, golden topping with a deliciously crisp texture

• Let the crumble cool for 15–20 minutes before serving so the filling can set and the flavors can fully develop

Skillet Apple Crumble Recipe

Prep Time: 20 mins. | Cook Time: 40 mins. | Serves: 12

Ingredients:

Apple Filling

• 4-5 apples, peeled, cored and sliced (I use honey crisp)

• 1 T. fresh lemon juice

• 1/2 c. sugar

• 1 tsp. vanilla

• 2 T. cornstarch

• 1 1/2 tsp. apple pie spice

• 1 T. butter

Crumble Topping

• 1 c. flour

• 1/2 c. brown sugar, packed

• 1/2 c. sugar

• 1 tsp. vanilla

• 1 1/2 tsp. apple pie spice

• 1/2 c. butter, melted

Let's Get Started!

Heat oven to 375 degrees

Apple Filling

1. In a large mixing bowl, toss apples, lemon juice, sugar, vanilla corn starch and apple pie spice together.

2. In a 10-inch cast iron skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over a medium heat, swirling it around to evenly coat the bottom and sides of the skillet.

3. Add the apple mixture and the juices to the skillet, then transfer to the oven and bake uncovered for 20 minutes until the apples are slightly softened.

Crumble Topping

1. While apples are baking, combine flour, brown sugar, sugar, and apple pie spice in a medium bowl.  Add in melted butter and vanilla then mix with a fork until it forms a wet crumb mixture.

2. Remove skillet from oven and sprinkle crumb mixture over the apples.

3. Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 minutes until the top is lightly browned, then switch to broil for 5 mins to caramelized.

4. Remove from the oven and allow apple crumble to cool (about 15-20 minutes) before serving.

*Delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel.