The apple crumble with cocoa cookies is a quick, fragrant, and irresistible dessert, perfect to prepare in a small cocotte to get an elegant and delicious single serving.
The natural sweetness of the apple combines with cinnamon and raisins, creating a soft and aromatic filling, while the crumbled cocoa cookies on the surface provide a light crunchiness and a taste reminiscent of holiday desserts.
The version is light, as it does not involve the use of butter in the crumble: the natural steam of the apple will give the right texture to the biscuit crumbs. A perfect treat to serve warm, ideal for an autumn snack or a small dessert after dinner.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 2 people
- Cooking methods: Oven, Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients for the apple crumble with cocoa cookies:
- 1 small yellow apple
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (level)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- to taste ground cinnamon
- 4 cocoa cookies
- to taste powdered sugar
Tools for the apple crumble with cocoa cookies:
- 2 Bowls
- 2 Cocottes about 4×5 inches
- 1 Knife
- 1 Spoon
Steps for preparing and cooking the apple crumble with cocoa cookies:
In a small bowl, add the raisins and cover with water for 10 minutes, then drain and dry them well.
Peel the apple, remove the core and cut each half into 3 parts and then into thin slices, place them in a bowl and add the lemon juice and sugar, and mix well.
Add the cinnamon and raisins and stir.
Take 4 cookies and crumble them (do not turn into powder but into small pieces).
Divide the apple mixture into two small cocottes or into 2 bowls suitable for oven or air fryer cooking, if some liquid has formed, add it as well, then divide the crumbled cookies and place them over the apples, pressing lightly.
For cooking:
– in the oven at 356°F for about 12/15 minutes
– in the air fryer at 329°F for about 7/9 minutes.
Let it rest for 2 minutes, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and serve warm to maintain the best texture.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use other types of cookies?
Yes, simple shortbread, digestive cookies, whole grain, or butter cookies work well. Only the flavor will change.
Do the apples need to be cooked first?
No, with thin slices they cook perfectly in the oven or air fryer.
Can I make it even lighter?
Sure: replace the sugar with a sweetener and use light cookies!
Can I add nuts?
Absolutely: chopped almonds, walnuts, or hazelnuts are great additions.
