• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
Effortless Foodie
  • About
  • Contact
  • Recipes
  • Privacy Policy
  • Subscribe
  • Navigation Menu: Social Icons

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
menu icon
go to homepage
  • About
  • Recipes
  • Ebooks
  • Resources
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • About
    • Recipes
    • Ebooks
    • Resources
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • ×
    Home » Recipes » Christmas

    Easy Apple and Mincemeat Crumble Recipe

    Published: Aug 27, 2023 · Modified: Sep 11, 2024 by Beth Sachs · 12 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Jump to Recipe
    Apple and mincemeat crumble pin image.

    Dive into this simple apple and mincemeat crumble, combining tart Bramley apples with sweet mincemeat beneath a crisp oat crumble topping.

    It's a great way to utilise leftover mincemeat and take the classic apple crumble to the next level of taste perfection!

    Apple and mincemeat crumble in individual pie dishes.

    Would you like to save this?

    We'll email you this post for easy access later! You'll also join the Effortless Foodie mailing list and receive my popular 'No Bake Bars and Slices' eBook for free!

    This site is protected by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

    If you're anything like me, half-used jars of mincemeat always linger after festive baking sprees of mince pies, mincemeat muffins, and mincemeat pinwheels. This apple & mincemeat crumble serves as the ideal solution to put the leftover mincemeat to good use.

    While it's a dessert fit for any season, it's perfect during autumn as Bramley apples come into their prime.

    Plus, it offers a tasty alternative to the traditional Christmas pudding during the festive period.

    👩‍🍳 Love mincemeat? You might also like my baked apples with mincemeat recipe!

    Jump to:
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 🍴 Serving suggestions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥡 Storage
    • ❓ Frequently asked questions
    • 😋Related recipes
    • More festive mincemeat recipes to try!
    • Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🥘 Ingredients

    Bramley Apples - 750g peeled and sliced, or use stewed apples instead. You could also use tart eating apples such as Granny Smith.

    Mincemeat - 200g of mincemeat (homemade or good quality shop-bought mincemeat).

    Sugar & Cinnamon - to flavour and sweeten the apples.

    Plain flour is mixed with oats, oatmeal, light brown sugar, bicarbonate of soda, and baking powder in a large bowl. Melted butter is mixed with the dry ingredients to create the easy crumble topping.

    🔪 Instructions

    The recipe card with ingredient quantities and detailed instructions can be found at the bottom of the post

    One: Place the sliced apples, mincemeat, cinnamon, sugar and water in a bowl and mix. Spoon into the bottom of your pie dish(es) - you can use 1 large 2 litre pie dish or 6 small ramekins.

    Two: In a large bowl, mix together the flour, oatmeal, oats, light brown sugar, bicarbonate of soda, and baking powder. Pour over the melted butter and stir until the crumbles forms.

    Three: Spoon the crumble topping over your apple and mincemeat mixture and bake in the oven for 45 minutes.

    Step by step photo instructions for making the apple and mincemeat crumble.

    🍴 Serving suggestions

    The apple mincemeat crumble is delicious with a dollop of clotted cream, whipped cream, or no-churn honeycomb ice cream. It's also lovely with creamy custard if you prefer something warm.

    I often serve it up as an alternative dessert on Christmas Day for those not fond of traditional Christmas pudding. And don't forget the brandy butter!

    Leftover crumble makes a delicious breakfast with a spoonful of Greek yogurt!

    📖 Variations

    • Mix in pears, blackberries, or raspberries with the apples for a richer fruit base.
    • Add chopped walnuts to the crumble topping for a nutty flavour and added crunch.
    • Add some lemon or orange zest to the apple mixture for a refreshing citrus taste.
    Apple and mincemeat crumble with vanilla ice cream.

    🥡 Storage

    Make-Ahead - The crumble can be made and kept in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.

    Store - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    Reheat - The mincemeat crumble can be reheated in the microwave or oven (200 °C for 15 minutes). It can also be eaten at room temperature or straight from the fridge!

    Freeze - The crumble can be frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap it tightly in two layers of foil to prevent freezer burn. Defrost at room temperature before reheating.

    ❓ Frequently asked questions

    What is mincemeat?

    During Medieval times, mincemeat originally contained minced meat along with fruit and spices. The modern version is a mixture of chopped dried fruit, spirits (brandy, rum, or whisky), and spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

    What to do with the rest of a jar of mincemeat?

    Mincemeat Muffins: Add a spoonful of mincemeat to your favourite muffin recipe for a festive twist.
    Mincemeat Thumbprint Cookies: Make basic shortbread or oat cookies and press your thumb into each one before baking, creating a small well. Once baked, fill each indentation with mincemeat.
    Mincemeat Ice Cream: Swirl mincemeat through softened vanilla ice cream, then refreeze to enjoy a festive-flavoured treat.
    Mincemeat Crumble Bars: Layer mincemeat between two layers of oat mixture (like a flapjack) and bake.
    Baked Apples with Mincemeat: Core some apples and stuff them with mincemeat. Bake until the apples are soft for a warm dessert.
    Mincemeat Cheesecake: Swirl some mincemeat through a basic cheesecake mix before baking or setting.
    Mincemeat Fudge: Add to a basic fudge recipe for added texture and flavour.

    😋Related recipes

    Some more crumble recipes you might like;

    • Apple and Blackberry Crumble
    • Sticky Toffee Apple Crumble
    • Blackcurrant Crumble
    • Cinnamon Apple Crumble
    • Apple and Blueberry Crumble
    • Plum and Apple Crumble
    • Rhubarb and Strawberry Crumble

    More festive mincemeat recipes to try!

    • Mincemeat flapjacks on a wooden board.
      Easy Mincemeat Flapjacks Recipe
    • A stack of mincemeat crumble slices on a wooden board.
      Easy Mincemeat Crumble Slices Recipe
    • Frangipane mince pies on a blue and white plate.
      Easy Frangipane Mince Pies Recipe
    • Christmas cake muffins on a wooden board.
      Easy Christmas Cake Muffins Recipe
    Apple and mincemeat crumble in individual pie dishes.

    Don't forget to subscribe to the newsletter to stay up to date with what's cooking in the Effortless Foodie kitchen! You can also follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram too!

    Recipe

    overhead shot of mincemeat and apple crumble with clotted cream.
    Email
    Print Pin
    5 from 11 votes

    Easy Apple and Mincemeat Crumble Recipe

    Enjoy a warm and comforting dessert with this easy apple and mincemeat crumble. Juicy tart apples and sweet spiced mincemeat topped with a crispy, buttery crumble.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine British
    Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time 1 hour hour
    Servings 6
    Calories 466kcal
    Author Beth Sachs
    Prevent your screen from going dark

    Would you like to save this?

    We'll email you this post for easy access later! You'll also join the Effortless Foodie mailing list and receive my popular 'No Bake Bars and Slices' eBook for free!

    This site is protected by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

    Equipment

    • Chopping Board
    • Small Pie Dishes
    • Knife
    • Kitchen Scales
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Mixing Bowl

    Ingredients

    Metric - US Customary
    • 750 g Cooking Apples peeled and sliced
    • 200 g Mincemeat
    • 50 g Caster Sugar
    • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
    • 50 ml Water

    For the crumble topping

    • 75 g Oatmeal or just use more porridge oats
    • 50 g Porridge Oats
    • 125 g Plain Flour
    • 150 g Light Brown Sugar
    • ¼ teaspoon Bicarbonate of Soda
    • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
    • 125 g Butter melted

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 180°c (160 °fan/ 350°F. Gas 4).
    • Place the sliced apples, mincemeat, cinnamon, sugar and water in a bowl and mix. Spoon into the bottom of your pie dish(es).
      750 g Cooking Apples, 200 g Mincemeat, 50 g Caster Sugar, 1 teaspoon Cinnamon, 50 ml Water
    • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, oatmeal, oats, light brown sugar, bicarbonate of soda, and baking powder. Pour over the melted butter and stir until the crumbles forms.
      75 g Oatmeal, 50 g Porridge Oats, 125 g Plain Flour, 150 g Light Brown Sugar, ¼ teaspoon Bicarbonate of Soda, ½ teaspoon Baking Powder, 125 g Butter
    • Spoon the crumble topping over your apple and mincemeat mixture and bake in the oven for 45 minutes.

    Notes

    Nutrition: The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
    Substitution: Please note you can substitute the oatmeal for extra oats in the recipe. 
    Nutrition Facts
    Easy Apple and Mincemeat Crumble Recipe
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    466
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    11
    g
    17
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Sodium
     
    289
    mg
    13
    %
    Potassium
     
    109
    mg
    3
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    87
    g
    29
    %
    Fiber
     
    3
    g
    13
    %
    Sugar
     
    55
    g
    61
    %
    Protein
     
    8
    g
    16
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    11
    IU
    0
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    1
    mg
    1
    %
    Calcium
     
    80
    mg
    8
    %
    Iron
     
    3
    mg
    17
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Tried this recipe?Snap a pic and tag @effortlessf00d on Instagram or Twitter

    More Easy Christmas Recipes

    • Dark chocolate tiffin bars on a wooden board.
      Dark Chocolate and Ginger Tiffin Recipe
    • White chocolate cranberry blondies cut into bars.
      Easy White Chocolate Cranberry Blondies
    • Apricot and sausage meat stuffing in a dish.
      Simple Apricot Stuffing Recipe
    • Slow cooker red cabbage in a serving dish.
      Easy Slow Cooker Red Cabbage Recipe

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Noelle

      September 14, 2020 at 4:57 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! I used apples from my tree in my backyard, turned out delicious!

      Reply
    2. Angela

      September 14, 2020 at 5:34 pm

      5 stars
      A lovely fall dessert.

      Reply
    3. Neli Howard

      September 14, 2020 at 5:51 pm

      5 stars
      I love crumble and this is a great way to use up some of that leftover mincemeat. Mmmm delicious.

      Reply
    4. Priya Lakshminarayan

      September 14, 2020 at 5:57 pm

      5 stars
      Loving this Fall dessert! Perfect and tempting..

      Reply
    5. Jordin

      September 14, 2020 at 6:21 pm

      5 stars
      Wow this apple treat looks so delicious! And perfect for Fall, I can't wait to try out this recipe!

      Reply
    6. Carrie Robinson

      September 14, 2020 at 6:47 pm

      5 stars
      What a perfect dessert idea for fall & apple season! 🙂

      Reply
    7. Jessica Formicola

      September 14, 2020 at 6:58 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my, this crumble looks incredible! I can't wait to make it sometime this week!

      Reply
    8. Choclette

      September 14, 2020 at 7:09 pm

      5 stars
      You won me over with the dollop of clotted cream on top. But no surprises there. Sounds delicious and a great way to use mincemeat before the season starts all over again. Pinned.

      Reply
    9. Marlynn

      September 14, 2020 at 7:50 pm

      5 stars
      So delicious and a great way to use up the apples in our backyard!

      Reply
    10. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry

      September 14, 2020 at 7:58 pm

      This sounds delicious and a great way to use up leftover mincemeat! Will definitely be giving this a try.

      Reply
    11. Michelle

      September 16, 2020 at 2:59 am

      5 stars
      I've never tried anything like this before, and I can't wait! Looks so delicious!

      Reply
    12. Marilyn

      December 21, 2020 at 4:07 pm

      I used half the sugar for the crumble as 150g seems way too much and none for the filling (I used desert apples) and it still turned out really well. Thanks!

      Reply
    5 from 11 votes (1 rating without comment)

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Hi, I'm Beth!

    Mum of three (and two crazy dogs), living in Cornwall, UK. I love creating easy, delicious and fuss-free recipes, perfect for busy families, just like my own.

    Read more!

    My Web Stories

    Footer

    Footer

    ^ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Accessibility Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact

    As an Amazon Associate I earn commissions from qualifying purchases

    Copyright © 2025 Effortless Foodie

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.