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    Home » Recipes » Christmas

    Easy Apple & Mincemeat Crumble Recipe

    Published: Sep 14, 2020 · Modified: Sep 21, 2022 by Beth Sachs · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 12 Comments

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    An easy apple & mincemeat crumble recipe with sweet fruity mincemeat, tart Bramley apples, and a delicious oat crumble topping.

    It's a great way of using up leftover mincemeat, but best of all it's a simple and delicious festive dessert that everyone will love, especially with a dollop of clotted cream on top!

    Overhead shot of apple and mincemeat crumble with a jar of mincemeat.
    Apple Mincemeat Crumble

    I don't know about you, but I always seem to accumulate half-used jars of mincemeat from making crumble-topped mince pies, mincemeat muffins, and mincemeat pinwheels at Christmas.

    This apple & mincemeat crumble is the perfect way to use it up, and although it can be enjoyed all year round, it's particularly good during autumn when the Bramley apples are ready in season.

    It's also a delicious alternative to Christmas pudding during the festive season.

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

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    • ✔️ Why should you try it?
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 🍴 Serving suggestions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥡 Storage
    • ❓ Frequently asked questions
    • 😋Related recipes
    • Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ✔️ Why should you try it?

    • Easy to make. The crumble topping is more like a flapjack than a traditional crumble, which means there is no rubbing-in required.
    • Freezer-friendly, so a great make-ahead dessert.
    • Bake in individual dishes/ramekins or as one large crumble in a 2-litre pie dish.
    • Perfect for Christmas.

    🥘 Ingredients

    • Bramley Apples - 750g which will need to be peeled and sliced, or use stewed apples instead. You could also use tart eating apples such as Granny Smith.
    • Mincemeat - 200g of mincemeat is needed for the recipe. Homemade or good quality shop-bought mincemeat.
    • Sugar & Cinnamon - to flavour and sweeten the apples.
    • For the crumble;
    • Plain flour is mixed with oats, oatmeal, light brown sugar, bicarbonate of soda, baking powder in a large bowl. Melted butter is mixed into the dry ingredients to create the crumble topping.

    🔪 Instructions

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

    One: Peel and slice the apples and place them in a large bowl. Mix in the mincemeat, sugar, cinnamon, and water.

    Two: Make the crumble topping by placing the dry ingredients in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, melt the butter (20-second bursts in the microwave).

    Three: Pour the melted butter over the dry ingredients and stir until crumbles form.

    Four: Spoon the apple mixture into 1 large pie dish or 6 individual serving dishes. Sprinkle over the crumble topping and bake for 45 minutes until the top is golden brown.

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

    🍴 Serving suggestions

    The 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 additional pudding on Christmas Day, for those that don't like traditional Christmas pudding. Don't forget the brandy butter!

    I've even eaten it for breakfast on Boxing Day with Greek yogurt!

    📖 Variations

    • Use pears instead of apples, or a mixture of both. A handful of blackberries or raspberries would give it an extra fruity flavour too.
    • Add chopped walnuts to the crumble topping for a nutty flavour and added crunch.
    An individual serving of Apple and Mincemeat Crumble with clotted cream on top.

    🥡 Storage

    Make-Ahead: The crumble can be made up to the point of baking and then stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

    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 (200c 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 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 the 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.

    😋Related recipes

    Some more crumble recipes you might like;

    • Apple and Blackberry Crumble
    • Blackcurrant Crumble
    • Cinnamon Apple Crumble
    • Apple and Blueberry Crumble
    • Plum and Apple Crumble
    • Rhubarb and Strawberry Crumble
    Apple and mincemeat crumble in a pie dish.

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    Recipe

    overhead shot of mincemeat and apple crumble with clotted cream.
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    Apple and Mincemeat Crumble

    An easy apple & mincemeat crumble recipe with sweet fruity mincemeat, tart Bramley apples, and a delicious oat crumble topping.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine British
    Keyword apple and mincemeat crumble, mincemeat crumble
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes
    Total Time 1 hour
    Servings 6
    Calories 466kcal
    Author Beth Sachs
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    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/ 350F. Gas 4).
    • Place the sliced apple, 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
    Apple and Mincemeat Crumble
    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.
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    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

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