Description
Seasonal cranberry apple crumble brings warmth to autumn tables with its perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors. Buttery crumble topping and juicy fruit filling create a comforting dessert you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Produce:
- 4 cups (946 ml) diced apples (about 3 medium)
- 1 cup (236 ml) fresh cranberries
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) cornstarch
- 1 cup (90 g) old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (113 g) cold butter, cubed
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) and lightly coat a 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Combine diced apples and tart cranberries with granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch in a mixing bowl, ensuring all fruit is evenly coated.
- Transfer the fruit mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer to promote consistent cooking.
- Create the crumble topping by whisking together rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.
- Cut cold butter into small cubes and work it into the dry ingredients using your fingertips or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse, pebble-like crumbs.
- Generously sprinkle the crumble topping over the fruit, covering the entire surface to create a textured, golden layer.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, watching for a bubbling fruit filling and a golden-brown topping.
- Remove from the oven and let the crumble rest for 10 minutes, allowing the filling to set and cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Customize fruit selection by swapping cranberries with cherries or mixed berries for a unique twist.
- Use gluten-free oats and flour to transform this dessert into a celiac-friendly treat.
- Enhance the crumble’s texture by toasting oats briefly before mixing into the topping for deeper, nuttier flavor.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dairy-free alternative to elevate the dessert’s richness and contrast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg