Step 1

Position an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

Transfer all the ingredients for the apples, except the milk,  into a small pot and heat on medium low. This will allow the apples to start the steam and soften. About 5-7mins. Then transfer into your baking dish and add the milk

Step 3

In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cinnamon,nutmeg, lemon zest, and salt for the topping. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, gently work in the cold butter until bread crumb texture is formed.

Step 4

Pour crumble topping over the apples in the baking dish, and spread out into an even layer.

Step 5

Bake for  about 45-50 minutes till golden

Step 6

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or custard.