Description

This easy apple streusel recipe delivers a perfect blend of sweet, tart, and crunchy, topped with a luscious caramel drizzle. It’s a proven crowd-pleaser, perfect for a quick family dessert or a show-stopping treat.

Ingredients

Scale

6–8 medium (approx. 2 lbs) apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, or Fuji), peeled, cored, and sliced
0.25 cup (50 g) brown sugar, for apples
1 tsp cinnamon
0.5 cup (113 g) cold butter, cubed
1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
0.5 cup (100 g) brown sugar, for streusel
0.5 cup (120 ml) caramel sauce

Instructions

Prep Apples: Peel, core, and slice 6-8 medium apples thinly (0.25 inch). Toss with 0.25 cup brown sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon until glistening.
Make Golden Crumble: Combine 1 cup flour, 0.5 cup brown sugar, 0.5 cup cold, cubed butter in a bowl. Rub with fingers for 5-7 minutes until coarse and sandy.
Assemble Streusel: Lightly butter a 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread the apple mixture evenly. Sprinkle the golden crumble generously over the apples for an even layer.
Bake to Perfection: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35-45 minutes. Apples will be fork-tender and streusel golden brown and bubbly.
Drizzle and Serve: Let cool slightly for 5-10 minutes. Generously drizzle with warm caramel sauce before serving. (For a kid-friendly treat, add vanilla ice cream.)

Notes

Add a pinch of nutmeg to the apples for extra flavor. Reduce sugar by half for a lighter approach. Avoid over-mixing streusel for a tender topping. Ensure apples are truly soft before removing from the oven for the best experience. Dairy-free butter or gluten-free flour can be substituted for dietary needs.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 150 g)
Calories: 380 calories
Sugar: 40 g
Sodium: 150 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 60 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 30 mg

Keywords: easy dessert, apple streusel, caramel, baked, sweet-tart, crumble, family-friendly