Nothing screams comfort food more than a warm, autumnal pudding, steaming with fresh fruit and hot custard yes, it's officially crumble season. Seeking weekend dining thrills can be a chore, especially when you're wrapped up trying to stay cosy. With the energy price cap on the rise, Brits are keeping an eagle eye on their budgets, kitchen savings included.

Seizing the crown as mankind's latest culinary comrade, the air fryer has surged in popularity as an indispensable energy-efficient gadget. Culinary maestros at BBC Good Food have dazzled their audience with a simple yet scrumptious apple crumble that's whipped up entirely using this nifty device, reports the Mirror . And what sweetens the deal? This recipe is as quick as a flash; from start to finish, you're looking at barely 30 minutes.

Flaunting the air fryer-friendly dish, Good Food shared with fans: "It's crumble season, and we're making it even easier with our air-fryer! What would you serve yours with? custard or ice cream?" The air fryer brigade seems smitten with this snug Autumnal treat. @pattismenu exclaimed: "I'm in! Going to try this. I love the 15 minutes in an air fryer.

" A post shared by Good Food (@goodfoodeveryday) @kentcooking confessed: "Made a mini solo one and it was perfect - but I am a cream not custard girl." Meanwhile, @'true'love_of_food raved: "Looks banging that." And @alicia_loves_gardening chimed in with: "Delicious.

" So, for those hankering to whip up a swift dessert that'll charm the whole .