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homemade crumble

Homemade Crumble

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Enjoy this cozy homemade crumble recipe with juicy fruit and a buttery topping. Easy to make, perfect for dessert or a sweet breakfast!
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Nunioli

Ingredients

Filling

  • 500 grams fruit (pitted)
  • 1½-2 tbsp sugar (depending on the sweetness of the fruit)
  • zest of 1 lemon (or lime, orange, tangerine)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp spice of choice (cinnamon, cardamom, etc.; see recipe tips)

Crumble

  • 40 grams Demerara sugar 
  • 50 grams flour
  • 35 grams cold, cubed butter
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1-2 tbsp oats or chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F).
  • Cut your fruit of choice into halves or quarters; I used plums and apricots. If you’re using raspberries or blueberries, leave them whole.
  • Mix the cut fruit with the remaining filling ingredients until well combined.
  • In a bowl, mix all the crumble ingredients using your fingers. Be careful not to overwork the mixture, as you want to keep the butter cold. Aim for a wet sand-like texture.
  • Choose a pan that isn’t too large, ensuring the fruit fits snugly without gaps. Line the pan with parchment paper or grease it with oil or butter.
  • Place the fruit along with all the spices and juices in the pan, then sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the top.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the fruit has released its juices and the crumble is golden brown and crispy.