Apple Crumble

Apple Crumble is a classic British dessert featuring a layer of tender, spiced apples topped with a buttery, crumbly mixture of flour, sugar, and oats or nuts. It's a comforting, rustic dish often served warm with custard, cream, or ice cream, and is a staple in home baking across the UK and Commonwealth countries.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is typically high in carbohydrates from the fruit and sugar, with a moderate amount of fat from the butter in the crumble topping. It provides some dietary fiber from the apples and a quick energy boost, with a typical serving containing around 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	65 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	40 g
Sodium	180 mg
Potassium	280 mg
Vitamin C	12 mg
Vitamin A	80 IU
Calcium	45 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Apple Crumble emerged as a simpler, more accessible alternative to pies during World War II rationing, symbolizing comfort food with humble origins. Nutritionally, the apples offer vitamins and fiber, but the dish is primarily enjoyed for its emotional warmth and seasonal appeal rather than as a health food.