11 Apple Crumble Recipes for Celebrating Fall

slice of apple crumble on a white plate with a fork
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If you're craving a sweet fall treat, look no further than these apple crumble recipes. Crumbles get their name because the fruit filling is typically covered with a crumbly mix of butter, flour, and sugar, creating a delightful golden brown topping once baked. You'll be able to use up your autumnal bounty of fresh apples in these 11 apple crumble recipes, which are delicious served as-is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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Nana's Apple Crumble

apple crumble in a crystal bowl
lutzflcat

"A family favorite, this apple crumble was originally my grandmother Hazel's recipe which my mom made on a regular basis," says Heather Clements. "She would make two at a time to take to sick or shut-in friends, or to potlucks."

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Apple and Pear Crumble

Apple and Pear Crumble in a glass dish
Maria Paula Gomez

While both apples and pears in season, it only makes sense to team them up in this buttery apple crumble recipe. Don't skip the almond topping. It adds a distinct crunchiness to contrast the soft fruit.

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Homemade Apple Crumble

Homemade Apple Crumble in a red dish
Trusted Brands

"Almond and coconut flavors complement the apples beautifully! Granny Smith apples work best, but any will do," explains recipe creator MELIS1. "Serve with warm custard for a simple yet delicious Autumn dessert."

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Easy Apple, Pear, and Blackberry Crumble

Easy Apple, Pear, and Blackberry Crumble on a black plate
mkstevens09

As summer ends and fall begins, there's no better way to use up leftover blackberries than pairing them in an apple crumble recipe. No one will guess this rich and sweet recipe only requires half a dozen ingredients.

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Air Fryer Apple Crumble

Air Fryer Apple Crumble in a souffle cup
Yoly

Enjoy an apple crumble without warming up the kitchen or cordoning off your oven by utilizing the air fryer. These individual ramekin servings of apple crumble make for a fun dessert for date nights at home.

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Apple-Cranberry Crumble

top-down view of cranberry apple crumble with a scoop of vanilla ice cream in a shallow white bowl
Happyschmoopies

You'll have trouble sticking to one serving of this decadent apple crumble, which is equal parts sweet and tangy. Recipe creator Jessica Leslie suggests serving with ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of heavy cream.

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Caramel Apple Crumble

Caramel Apple Crumble on a white plate
Tamara B

The secret to this ultra rich apple crumble recipe? One can of condensed milk. Boiled over several hours, it becomes a luxurious caramel sauce, perfect for layering between apples and the buttery topping.

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Hawaiian Apple-Pineapple Crumble

Hawaiian Apple-Pineapple Crumble on a white plate
JimmyandNancy Long

Featuring the trifecta of apples, crushed pineapple, and canned cranberry sauce, this apple crumble recipe would be equally welcome on the dinner table or at Thanksgiving celebrations.

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Apple Crumble with Halva Topping

Apple Crumble with Halva Topping in a white dish
nch

"Plain sesame halva makes a delicious topping for fruit crumbles or crisps. There is no need for any additional sugar or butter since halva is already sweet and contains fat," explains recipe creator nch. "The topping will be soft after baking but gets nicely crunchy as it cools so it's best served after cooling."

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Vegan Berry and Apple Crumble

Vegan Berry and Apple Crumble in a white dish

Skip the dairy to create this vegan apple crumble. Coconut oil is an easy swap for butter, and it creates an equally rich and crumbly topping.

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Apple Cobbler Crumble

slice of apple crumble on a white plate with a fork
SmellyPrawn

Recipe contributor Scottley calls this five-ingredient cross between apple cobbler and apple pie an easy dessert that lends itself to last-minute baking, whether for company or cravings.

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