Apple Pecan Crumble Recipe

Warm up your autumn with this irresistible Apple Pecan Crumble! This easy recipe, featured in Quick & Simple magazine, is the perfect way to use up those delicious fall apples. A buttery pecan crumble topping perfectly complements the sweet and tart apple filling. Get ready for a cozy dessert that's sure to become a family favorite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 463.3 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Apple Pecan Crumble

  • 6 medium tart apples (about 6 cups)
  • Lemon, Juice And Zest Of
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, divided
  • ½ cup chopped pecan pieces
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • a pinch of salt
  • Nutmeg
  • Ground Allspice
  • ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing

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How to Make Apple Pecan Crumble

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly butter a 10-inch baking dish or pie plate.
  3. Peel, core, and slice 6 medium apples (about 6 cups). In a medium bowl, combine the apples with 2 tablespoons lemon juice and the zest of 1 lemon.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together ¾ cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and ¼ cup all-purpose flour. Add to the apples and gently toss to coat.
  5. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  6. For the crumble topping: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup packed light brown sugar, ½ cup chopped pecans, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  7. Cut in ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  8. Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples.
  9. Place the baking dish on a baking sheet to catch any spills.
  10. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are bubbling and tender.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving warm with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

257g

Fat

27g

Carbs

27g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Apple Pecan Crumble?

Apple Pecan Crumble takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Apple Pecan Crumble?

Apple Pecan Crumble has approximately 463.3 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Apple Pecan Crumble?

The key ingredients for Apple Pecan Crumble are Tart Apples, Lemon, Juice And Zest Of, Sugar, Cinnamon, Flour, Pecan Pieces. See the full list with measurements above.

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