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Perfect Thanksgiving Dessert to Feed a Crowd

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A simple, comforting apple crumble dessert perfect for Thanksgiving, designed to feed a large group with warm spices and a crunchy topping.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large apples (about 2 pounds), peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free option)
  • 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: Pinch of ground cloves or allspice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the rack in the middle.
  2. Peel, core, and slice 6 large apples into about 1/4-inch thick slices. Toss them in a large mixing bowl with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Mix gently but thoroughly.
  3. Pour the coated apples into a 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading them evenly. If using vanilla extract or nuts, sprinkle them in now.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add 1/2 cup cold, cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter, fork, or fingertips to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces.
  5. Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the apple layer without pressing down.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until apples are bubbling and topping is golden brown. Tent with aluminum foil if topping browns too quickly.
  7. Let the dessert cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for best flavor. Keep butter cold for a crunchy topping. Lemon juice prevents apples from browning. You can prepare filling and topping ahead and refrigerate overnight. Cover with foil if topping browns too fast. Let dessert rest before serving for best texture.

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