Apple & Blackberry Crumble Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into chunks
• 200g blackberries
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• 100g plain flour
• 100g butter, cubed
• 100g caster sugar
• 50g rolled oats

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan/gas mark 4.
2. In a large bowl, mix the apples, blackberries and lemon juice together.
3. Place the fruit mix in an oven-proof dish.
4. For the crumble topping, put the flour, butter and sugar into another bowl and rub together until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
5. Add the oats and mix together.
6. Sprinkle the crumble mixture on top of the fruit in the oven-proof dish, ensuring it’s evenly spread.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling beneath.
8. Serve hot or cold with cream, ice-cream or custard, as desired.

Verdict

This classic Apple & Blackberry Crumble recipe is a timeless dessert, perfect for any time of the year, especially when blackberries are in season. The tartness of the Granny Smith apples contrast with the sweet blackberries, making for a delicious combination. The crumble topping is crunchy and buttery, adding a lovely texture to the dish. Served warm with a dollop of vanilla ice cream or custard, this dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Serving Suggestions

• Vanilla ice cream, for a cool and creamy treat.
• Freshly whipped cream, for a sweet and tangy contrast.
• Custard, for a traditional British dessert.