Gluten Free Apple Crumble Recipe
This gluten free apple crumble recipe is the perfect way to enjoy a classic dessert without any of the gluten. Packed with apples and topped with a crispy, crumbly topping, this recipe is going to become a new family favorite. Serve with a big dollop of ice cream or custard and you’ve got a dream come true on your plate!
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We love desserts, creme brulee, Biscoff cheesecake, and Nutella pizza, but sometimes only apples will do!
When we had a gluten free friend visiting, we didn’t want them to miss out on eating our delicious apple crumble recipe, so we made a gluten free version!
Why you’ll love this apple crumble recipe
- If you love apple pie, then this is just as good but much easier as there’s no apple pie crust to make!
- This baked fruit dessert is a real crowd pleaser and the kids can’t get enough of it!
- You can make it ahead and freeze it too!
- All the ingredients are 100% vegetarian.
What ingredients do I need?
You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.
One of our favorite apple recipes, warming, crispy, and delicious, it’s worth those chilly days and long nights when you get to eat apple crumble!
How to make gluten free apple crumble with step by step instructions
Making our gluten free apple crumble recipe is easy if you follow our simple instructions.
A full printable recipe and the measurements in both US customary and metric are available in the recipe card below.
Preheat your oven to 375°F/190°C.
Place your sliced apples in a large pan over medium heat, add brown sugar or golden caster sugar (superfine sugar) and stir to combine them, place the lid on the pan and cook gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Now, place your apple filling in a baking dish, make sure they are in an even layer, pour the sugary liquid on top of the apple mixture, and set them aside.
Place your gluten free all purpose flour in a medium bowl, and add the golden caster sugar and cold unsalted butter cubes.
Using your fingertips rub the cold butter in until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs, give the bowl a little shake, and if you have any large clumps rub them in until they have all disappeared.
Now, pour the crumble topping in the center on the top of the tender apples, and then gently spread it out evenly over the top of all the apples.
Then, press the crumble mixture down, so that it stays together, finish it off by dragging fork lines over the top so that it’ll crisp up.
Sprinkle brown sugar on the crumb topping and bake for 35/40 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and serve warm with gluten free vanilla ice cream or gluten free custard – enjoy your apple crumble!
We hope you enjoy making and eating our gluten free apple crumble recipe and would love to know how you got on with making it.
Please leave a comment below and feel free to ask any questions you may have.
What do I serve this crumble recipe with?
We usually serve apple crumble with ice cream, custard, or a generous helping of whipped cream!
What’s the difference between an apple crumble and an apple crisp recipe?
When it comes to apples, there are two classic desserts that come to mind: apple crisp and apple crumble.
Both recipes are similar in that they include a layer of baked apples topped with a crumbly topping, but there are some key differences that set them apart.
For starters, an apple crisp has an oat-based topping. The oats are combined with flour, sugar, and butter and then spread over the top of the apples before baking.
An apple crumble, on the other hand, has a more biscuit-like topping made with flour, sugar, and butter (no oats).
Just like a gluten free apple crumble, you can also make a gluten free apple crisp also.
Gluten free flour and gluten free oats, will give you all of the flavor but none of the gluten.
Is a crumble like a Dutch apple pie?
No, although it does share similarities.
A crumble includes layers of baked apples with a crumble topping.
Whereas a Dutch apple pie has a pie crust on the bottom of the dessert and a streusel topping.
Add flavor
We’ve given you the base recipe for gluten free apple crumble, but it’s easy to add some delicious flavor.
Add lemon juice to the apples for extra zest.
A little cinnamon will give a lovely taste to your apple mixture.
Throw some certified gluten-free oats into the crumble topping to make it more like a gluten-free apple crisp recipe!
How do I store leftover gluten free apple crumble?
Your apple crumble will store for up to 3 days when covered and stored in the fridge.
You can also freeze apple crumble.
If you are batch cooking, we recommend freezing the apple filling separately to the crumble topping, as when you defrost the crumble topping would become soggy.
Recipe notes and expert tips
- Apples
Bramley apples, Granny smith apples, Honey crisp apples, or Gala apples are all good to use but avoid using mushy apples.
- No golden sugar?
Use granulated sugar instead.
- Want to go dairy free as well?
Simply use dairy free butter.
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Gluten Free Apple Crumble Recipe
Utensils
Ingredients
For the filling
- 575 g Apples peeled, cored and thinly sliced
- 100 g Golden caster sugar
For the topping
- 175 g All-purpose gluten free flour (plain)
- 110 g Golden caster sugar
- 110 g Unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp Golden caster sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F/ 190°C
For the filling
- Place your sliced apples in a large pan over medium heat, add brown sugar or golden caster sugar (superfine sugar) and stir to combine them, place the lid on the pan and cook gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Now, place your apple filling in a baking dish, make sure they are in an even layer, pour the sugary liquid on top of the apple mixture, and set them aside575 g Apples, 100 g Golden caster sugar
For the topping
- Place your gluten free all purpose flour in a medium bowl, add the golden caster sugar and cold unsalted butter cubes. Using your fingertips rub the cold butter in until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs, give the bowl a little shake, and if you have any large clumps rub them in until they have all disappeared175 g All-purpose gluten free flour (plain), 110 g Golden caster sugar, 110 g Unsalted butter
- Now, pour the crumble topping in the center on the top of the tender apples, and then gently spread it out evenly over the top of all the apples. Then, press the crumble mixture down, so that it stays together, finish it off by dragging fork lines over the top so that it’ll crisp up
- Sprinkle brown sugar on the crumb topping and bake for 35/40 minutes until the topping is golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve warm with gluten free vanilla ice cream or gluten free custard – enjoy your gluten free apple crumble!1 tbsp Golden caster sugar
Notes
Bramley apples, Granny smith apples, Honey crisp apples, or Gala apples are all good to use but avoid using mushy apples No golden sugar?
Use granulated sugar instead Want to go dairy free as well?
Simply use dairy free butter
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.
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