Miso Caramel Apple Crumble

A comforting apple crumble with a surprising umami twist from miso-infused caramel, topped with a buttery oat crumble.

Prep 25 min · Cook 40 min · Serves 6

Ingredients

• 4 Granny Smith Apples
• 1 cup All-purpose Flour
• 0.5 cup Rolled Oats
• 0.5 cup Brown Sugar
• 0.5 cup Cold Unsalted Butter, cubed
• 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
• 0.25 cup Heavy Cream
• 1 tbsp White Miso Paste
• 1 tsp Cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp Nutmeg

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

For the crumble topping: In a bowl, combine flour, rolled oats, and brown sugar. Cut in cold butter with your fingertips or a pastry blender until a coarse crumble forms. Set aside.

For the miso caramel apples: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt granulated sugar until it caramelizes to an amber color. Carefully whisk in heavy cream (it will bubble). Stir in white miso paste until dissolved.

Add sliced apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the caramel. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are slightly softened and coated in caramel.

Pour the apple mixture into an 8x8 inch baking dish. Evenly spread the crumble topping over the apples.

Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling. Let cool slightly before serving.