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    Home » Recipes » Dessert

    Easy Apple and Blackberry Crumble Recipe

    Published: Jun 10, 2024 · Modified: May 7, 2025 by Beth Sachs · 7 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    An easy apple and blackberry crumble recipe with juicy foraged blackberries and tart Bramley apples, topped with a flapjack-style oat crumble!

    It's a classic Autumn dessert when blackberries and apples are in season and best served with whipped cream or vanilla custard. You might also like my apple and pear crumble recipe!

    Blackberry and apple crumble in a red pie dish with a jug of custard.

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    This is one of my family's favourite desserts, made with simple pantry ingredients and foraged fruit.

    My youngest daughter loves going into the field next to our house and picking ripe blackberries, and then climbing up our old apple tree (with a bit of help from me) to get the best Bramleys!

    The crumble topping is super easy too. There's no traditional rubbing-in required. Melted butter is poured over the sugar, flour, and oats, which makes a delicious sweet crumble to top the Autumn fruits.

    👩‍🍳 Love apple and blackberry? Try my easy apple and blackberry muffins next!

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    • ✔️ Why you'll love this recipe!
    • 🛒 Ingredient notes
    • 🔪 How to make apple and blackberry crumble
    • Top Tips
    • 🍴 Serving suggestions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥡 Storage
    • ❓ Frequently asked questions
    • 😋 More fruit crumble recipes
    • Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ✔️ Why you'll love this recipe!

    1. Blackberries and apples create a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavours.
    2. A warm blackberry and apple crumble is comforting and ideal for chilly evenings or after hearty meals.
    3. Requires simple ingredients and minimal preparation for a delicious dessert.

    🛒 Ingredient notes

    Ingredients for apple and blackberry crumble.

    For the fruit filling you will need:

    Apples - I like to use cooking apples like Bramleys, but you could swap for a tart eating apple instead. Granny Smith apples would work well.

    Blackberries - use fresh or frozen blackberries. There is no need to defrost frozen blackberries before using them but frozen berries will release more juices so the fruit filling will be runnier. To counter this you could mix in a tablespoon of cornflour.

    Cinnamon - a teaspoon of ground cinnamon provides subtle warmth and spice to the dish. You can substitute it for mixed spice if you prefer.

    Caster Sugar - a small amount is needed to sweeten the tart apples.

    For the crumble topping you will need:

    Flour - plain white flour is best for a crumble topping. Use wholemeal for a healthier version.

    Oats - porridge oats or rolled oats. Don't use jumbo oats as they don't absorb the melted butter very well.

    Brown Sugar - light brown sugar or light muscovado sugar or swap for crunchy demerara.

    Butter - melted unsalted butter which has been allowed to cool slightly.

    🔪 How to make apple and blackberry crumble

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

    One: Preheat the oven to 180 °C (160 °fan/ Gas 4/ 350°F) and lightly butter a 1.5 - 2 litre baking dish.

    Two: Place the dry ingredients (plain flour, light brown sugar, and oats) into a large bowl and pour over the melted butter. Stir with a spoon until crumbles form. Set aside

    Three: Peel, core, and thinly slice the Bramley apples and place them in the bottom of the pie dish along with the blackberries, caster sugar, and cinnamon. Mix everything together with a wooden spoon.

    Four: Spoon over the crumble topping and bake in the oven for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling underneath.

    Step by step photo instructions collage for making blackberry and apple crumble.

    Top Tips

    • Slice the apples thinly to ensure they are cooked and tender in the specified cooking time.
    • If you are using foraged blackberries, make sure you give them a good wash. Place the blackberries in a colander and wash them with cold running water. Gently pat dry with paper towels.
    • If you prefer your fruit to be very tart, reduce the amount of caster sugar in the fruit filling by half to 25g.
    • The crumble topping is not suitable to make in a food processor.
    • Make sure to preheat your oven to the required temperature before placing the crumble inside. A hot oven will help achieve a crispy and golden topping while ensuring the fruit filling is thoroughly cooked.
    • Keep a close eye on your crumble while it bakes. Depending on your oven and the quantity of the crumble, the baking time may vary slightly. Aim for a golden-brown topping and bubbling fruit filling to know it's done.

    🍴 Serving suggestions

    Fruit crumbles are delicious with clotted cream, custard, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream or no-churn honeycomb ice cream.

    You can serve the blackberry and apple crumble warm out of the oven, or at room temperature. Why not drizzle over some maple syrup for extra sweetness?

    Eat leftover crumble for breakfast, with Greek yogurt and extra berries!

    Apple and blackberry crumble in a red pie dish.

    📖 Variations

    • Add lemon zest to the fruit filling, for a zingy citrus flavour.
    • Add a handful of chopped walnuts or pecan nuts to the crumble topping for crunch and texture.
    • Use different berries such as raspberries, bilberries (wild blueberries), or try a mixture of berries. Stone fruit also works nicely in crumbles such as peaches or apricots.
    • Make the blackberry and apple crumble vegan by using a dairy-free spread instead of butter.
    • Swap one-third of the oats for ground almonds for a nutty taste.

    🥡 Storage

    Store - The crumble can be made up to 2 days ahead, and then stored in the fridge until needed.

    Reheat - Baked crumble can be reheated in the microwave, or eaten at room temperature.

    Freeze - Blackberry and apple crumble is suitable for freezing, either baked or unbaked. There is no need to defrost the crumble first if it is frozen, just pop it in the oven to bake or warm through.

    A bowl of blackberry and apple crumble with custard.

    ❓ Frequently asked questions

    What is a crumble?

    A crumble, also called a crisp, refers to a dish with sweetened fruit topped with a crumbly mixture of butter, flour, sugar, and sometimes oats, nuts, and spices like cinnamon.

    Do you need to cook blackberries?

    Blackberries can be eaten raw or cooked.

    When are Bramley apples at their best?

    Bramleys are available all year round as they are picked in August/September and then cold stored throughout the year to provide a constant supply to customers.

    Can I use a different type of flour for the crumble topping?

    Yes, you can use different types of flour for the crumble topping. For example, you can use wholemeal flour, spelt flour, or almond flour. However, keep in mind that the texture and taste may vary slightly.

    Can I make individual portions of this recipe?

    Yes, you can make individual portions of this recipe by dividing the fruit mixture and crumble topping between smaller ramekins or baking dishes. Adjust the cooking time accordingly based on the size of your dishes.

    Can I add nuts to the crumble topping?

    Yes, you can add chopped nuts such as almonds, pecans or walnuts to the crumble topping to add extra texture and flavour.

    Can I use frozen blackberries for this recipe?

    Yes, you can use frozen blackberries and apples for this recipe. However, keep in mind that the fruit will release more liquid during baking, which may affect the texture of the crumble.

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    Easy Apple and Blackberry Crumble Recipe

    An easy apple and blackberry crumble recipe with juicy foraged blackberries and tart Bramley apples, topped with a flapjack-style oat crumble!
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine British
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time 55 minutes minutes
    Servings 6
    Calories 490kcal
    Author Beth Sachs
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    Equipment

    • Pie Dish
    • Chopping Board
    • Mixing Bowl
    • Knife

    Ingredients

    Metric - US Customary
    • 750 g Bramley Apples peeled, cored and thinly sliced
    • 300 g Blackberries
    • 50 g Caster Sugar
    • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon

    For the crumble topping

    • 125 g Plain Flour
    • 125 g Oats
    • 150 g Light Brown Sugar
    • 125 g Butter melted

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 180c (160 fan/ Gas 4/ 350F) and lightly butter a 1.5 - 2 litre baking dish.
    • Place the dry ingredients for the crumble topping (plain flour, light brown sugar and oats) into a large bowl and pour over the melted butter. Stir with a spoon until rubbles form. Set aside
      125 g Plain Flour, 125 g Oats, 150 g Light Brown Sugar, 125 g Butter
    •  Peel, core and slice the Bramley apples and place them in the bottom of the pie dish along with the blackberries, caster sugar, and cinnamon.
      750 g Bramley Apples, 300 g Blackberries, 50 g Caster Sugar, 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
    • Spoon over the crumble topping and bake in the oven for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling underneath.

    Notes

    Variations:
    • Add lemon zest to the fruit filling, for a zingy citrus flavour.
    • Add a handful of chopped walnuts or pecan nuts to the crumble topping for crunch and texture.
    • Use different berries such as raspberries or bilberries (wild blueberries), or try a mixture of berries. Stone fruit also works nicely in crumbles.
    • Make the blackberry and apple crumble vegan by using a dairy-free spread instead of butter.
    • Swap one-third of the oats for ground almonds.
     
    Storage:
    Store - The crumble can be made up to 2 days ahead, and then stored in the fridge until needed.
    Reheat - Baked crumble can be reheated in the microwave, or eaten at room temperature.
    Freeze - Blackberry and apple crumble is suitable for freezing, either baked or unbaked. There is no need to defrost the crumble first if frozen, just pop it in the oven to bake or warm through.
     
    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.
     
    Nutrition Facts
    Easy Apple and Blackberry Crumble Recipe
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    490
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    12
    g
    18
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    0.5
    g
    Sodium
     
    11
    mg
    0
    %
    Potassium
     
    362
    mg
    10
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    91
    g
    30
    %
    Fiber
     
    8
    g
    33
    %
    Sugar
     
    48
    g
    53
    %
    Protein
     
    10
    g
    20
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    186
    IU
    4
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    17
    mg
    21
    %
    Calcium
     
    86
    mg
    9
    %
    Iron
     
    4
    mg
    22
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Jamie

      August 31, 2022 at 5:32 pm

      5 stars
      I love this combination of apples and blackberries. The crumble topping came out so good!

      Reply
    2. Janessa

      August 31, 2022 at 6:15 pm

      5 stars
      I love the combination of blackberries and apples! Such a tasty dessert- especially topped with some vanilla ice cream.

      Reply
    3. Laressa

      August 31, 2022 at 6:34 pm

      love the combination of blackberries and apples - definitely giving this a try this fall!

      Reply
    4. Sara Welch

      August 31, 2022 at 6:57 pm

      5 stars
      Enjoyed this for dessert last night and it did not disappoint! Turned out perfectly sweet with the right amount of crunch; easily, a new favorite dish!

      Reply
    5. Tara

      September 25, 2022 at 10:42 am

      5 stars
      Made this with some of my glut of apples from the garden and blackberries foraged in the lane and it's absolutely delicious! Made way more than I can eat, so very happy it's also freezable! This is the first of your recipes I've made and I will definitely be making more.

      Reply
    6. Clare

      September 25, 2023 at 8:29 am

      5 stars
      Wow, this was a BIG HIT with all the family! The crumble topping was the perfect combination of crunchy and a little bit chewy, like a good cookie. And the fruit was pink and soft and the right balance of sweet and sharp (we used a little less sugar, as suggested). And so so easy for even small kids to make. Will 100% be making this again!

      Reply
    7. Helen

      May 08, 2025 at 7:49 pm

      5 stars
      This was the first crumble I made and it went down a treat with a group of friends after dinner. Will be making it again with different fillings. A super recipe, really delicious, thank you for sharing! I've subscribed to your site and will try some more of your recipes.

      Reply
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