Method

1. Heat oven to 350f/180c
2. Spray bottom of large muffin tins with non stick cooking spray

Filling:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine all filling ingredients.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until apples are softened and juice thickens.

Crumb Topping:

1. Combine all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl or food processor.
2. Mix until butter is incorporated and mixture is crumbly.  If not using a food processor, combine with a pastry blender.

Assembly:

1. Roll out dough on a floured surface and cut out circles slightly larger than the bottom of the muffin tin so the pastry turns up the sides to hold the filling.  To cut the circles you can use a cup, small bowl, or cookie cutter.  Place the dough circles in the bottom of the tins (sprayed with cooking spray).
2. Spoon one heaping Tablespoon of apple filling on top of each circle of dough.
3. *Optional*  Sprinkle each with a pinch of culinary lavendar or orange zest.
4. Spoon 2 Tablespoons of crumb topping over the apple filling and pat down gently with a spoon.

To serve:

1. Bake for approximately 15 minutes until topping is browned and filling is bubbly.
2. Cool in tins 10-15 minutes before removing.  You may need to loosen the edges gently with a knife.