Are you looking for a delicious apple crumble with sea salt crust recipe? There’s nothing quite as comforting as the warm, fragrant aroma of freshly baked apple crumble wafting through the kitchen. This classic dessert combines tender, cinnamon-spiced apples with a buttery, golden crumble that’s crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfect for any season, apple crumble is easy to make and even easier to love. With a touch of salt to balance the sweetness, this dessert is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. And for that something extra, you could even sprinkle a tiny bit of flaky sea salt (like Maldon) over the crumble once it’s baked and slightly cooled. This adds a nice contrast between the sweetness of the apples and the salty crunch from the flakes.

Apple Crumble with Sea Salt Crust
Ingredients
For the apple filling:
- 6 medium apples – Granny Smith or a mix of tart and sweet apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice – optional, to balance the sweetness
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract – optional
- 1 tbsp flour – to thicken the apple filling
For the crumble topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar – light or dark
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter – chilled and cubed
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon – optional for extra spice
- 1/4 tsp Sea Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or an 8×8-inch for a thicker crumble.
- Prepare the apple filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla (if using), and flour. Toss until the apples are evenly coated, then transfer them into the prepared baking dish.
- Make the crumble topping: In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Add the chilled, cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Assemble: Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are bubbly and tender.
- Cool and Serve: Let it cool slightly before serving. It’s fantastic with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Total Fat: 13g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 100mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 48g
- Protein: 2g
Further information for Apple Crumble with Sea Salt Crust:
- Try using all-spice in place of cinnamon for a more festive flavor
- Try using Himalayan Pink Salt instead of Sea Salt for an added touch of crunch
- If you don’t have old fashioned oats try these substitutes
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