Cost Breakdown

Critical Success Points

• • Achieving a coarse‑sand texture for the crust dough without over‑mixing.
• • Caramelizing the apples until they are golden but not burnt.
• • Ensuring the crumble remains coarse; over‑working creates a dough instead of a crumbly topping.
• • Baking until the crumble is golden – under‑baking leaves it soggy, over‑baking makes it bitter.

Safety Warnings

• • Handle hot pans and oven with oven mitts to avoid burns.
• • Caramelized sugar is extremely hot; stir carefully and keep children away.
• • Use a sharp knife for peeling and cutting apples to prevent slips.