Description
Mixed Berry Crumble is a comforting and versatile dessert that combines a juicy blend of blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, and blackberries with a buttery, crisp crumble topping. Easy to prepare and customizable, it offers the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, ideal for year-round enjoyment either warm or cold.
Ingredients
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Berry Filling
- 4 cups mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries), fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup sugar (white or brown)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 3/4 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed (or coconut oil/vegan butter for vegan option)
Optional Add-ins and Variations
- Chopped walnuts or pecans (for nutty twist)
- Vanilla extract or cardamom (for less sweet version)
Instructions
- Prepare the berry filling: Gently toss the mixed berries in a bowl with sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Allow the mixture to macerate slightly to release juices for a syrupy filling after baking.
- Make the crumble topping: In a separate bowl, combine flour, rolled oats, cinnamon (if using), sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, creating the desired crisp texture.
- Assemble the crumble: Spread the berry mixture evenly in a baking dish. Generously sprinkle the crumble topping over the berries ensuring full coverage to lock in moisture during baking.
- Bake to perfection: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 40-45 minutes or until the topping is golden and crisp and the berries are bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Allow the crumble to cool for a few minutes to thicken slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for added richness.
Notes
- Use fresh or properly thawed frozen berries to ensure vibrant flavor and prevent watery filling.
- Do not overmix the crumble topping to keep it crumbly and avoid a doughy texture.
- Keep the butter cold to create crisp, crunchy topping bits.
- Adjust sugar depending on the sweetness of the berries to avoid an overly sweet crumble.
- Bake uncovered to achieve a golden, crispy topping while allowing the fruit to soften perfectly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/6th of recipe)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: mixed berry crumble, berry crumble, easy dessert, gluten-free dessert, summer dessert, warm dessert