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    Home » Recipes » Dessert

    Easy Blackberry Crumble Recipe

    Published: Apr 19, 2022 · Modified: Mar 11, 2023 by Beth Sachs · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 8 Comments

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    An easy blackberry crumble recipe (blackberry crisp) with sweet fresh blackberries and a buttery oat crumble topping.

    This classic dessert is best served with whipped cream, homemade ice cream, or custard. You might also like my blackberry crumble bars recipe too!

    Blackberry crumble with whipped cream.

    I love it when blackberry (bramble) season rolls around every year. We're lucky to have a large bank of blackberry bushes in the field next to our house, which means my freezer is always full of these beautiful juicy berries.

    I like to add a couple of chopped Bramley apples to my blackberry crumble, which helps to balance the perfumed sweetness of the fresh blackberries. If you prefer, you can leave the apples out, or use eating apples like Granny Smith instead.

    👩‍🍳 Love blackberries? Don't forget to check out my easy blackberry cobbler recipe too!

    Jump to:
    • ✔️ Why should you try it?
    • 🛒 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Top tip
    • 🍴 Serving suggestions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥡 Storage
    • ❓ FAQs
    • 😋Related recipes
    • Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ✔️ Why should you try it?

    • An easy dessert recipe using seasonal blackberries.
    • Perfect Autumn pudding.
    • Flapjack style crumble topping so no rubbing is required.
    • Delicious with cream, ice cream, or custard.
    • Serve warm or at room temperature.
    • Freezer-friendly.

    🛒 Ingredients

    Ingredients for blackberry crumble.
    • Blackberries - foraged blackberries are so much tastier (and cheaper!) than shop-bought. However, if you don't have time to go blackberry picking you can buy them from the supermarket instead.
    • Bramley Apples - 2 Bramley apples peeled and sliced. Swap for Granny Smith apples if you prefer. If you have a lemon available, squeeze over some lemon juice to prevent the apples from browning.
    • Caster Sugar - 1 tablespoon is all you need for the fruity filling, but if you enjoy a sweeter fruit filling then double the quantity.

    For the crumble topping;

    • Flour - plain white flour is best for this recipe.
    • Oats - use ordinary rolled oats (porridge oats) but not jumbo oats as they don't absorb the melted butter very well.
    • Brown Sugar - light brown sugar gives the topping a wonderful caramel sweetness. You could substitute for demerara sugar or caster sugar.
    • Butter - melted unsalted butter which has been allowed to cool.

    🔪 Instructions

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

    1. Make the crumble topping by placing the flour, oats, and brown sugar in a large bowl and then mix in the melted butter. Stir with a metal spoon until crumbles form.
    2. Put the peeled and sliced apples, blackberries, and caster sugar in a large baking dish (approximately 2 litres) and give it a stir.
    3. Spoon the crumble over the blackberries and bake in the oven for 45 minutes.
    How to make blackberry crumble.

    💭 Top tip

    If you're using foraged blackberries, give them a good wash before using them. Place the blackberries in a colander and wash them with cold running water, then gently pat them dry with paper towels.

    🍴 Serving suggestions

    Fruit crumbles are delicious with clotted cream, custard, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. My no-churn honeycomb ice cream complements this fruity pudding really nicely, too!

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

    Leftover fruit crumble is also great for breakfast, with Greek yogurt and extra berries!

    📖 Variations

    • Add lemon zest to the fruit filling, for a zingy citrus flavour.
    • Add a handful of chopped walnuts 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 well in crumbles.
    • Make the blackberry crumble vegan by using a dairy-free spread instead of butter.
    • Fresh or frozen blackberries can be used in this crumble. If you're using frozen blackberries, there is no need to defrost them first.
    • Add 2 tablespoons of stewed rhubarb to make rhubarb and blackberry crumble.
    Blackberry and apple crumble with cream.

    🥡 Storage

    Store: The bramble 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 crumble is suitable for freezing, either baked or unbaked. There is no need to defrost the crumble first, just pop it in the oven to bake or warm through.

    ❓ FAQs

    What can I do with freshly picked blackberries?

    1. Blackberry (bramble) crumble
    2. Blackberry compote
    3. Blackberry muffins and cakes
    4. Blackberry jam
    5. Freeze them for future use

    Do you need to cook blackberries?

    Blackberries can be eaten raw or cooked.

    What month do you pick blackberries?

    In the UK, blackberries are in season from August through to early October.

    Can I make the crumble topping ahead of time?

    Yes, you can make the crumble topping ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator until you are ready to use it. However, it is recommended to sprinkle the crumble topping over the fruit just before baking to ensure that it stays crispy.

    Can I make individual servings of blackberry crumble?

    Yes, you can make individual servings of blackberry crumble by dividing the fruit and crumble topping among individual ramekins or baking dishes. Adjust the baking time accordingly, as smaller dishes will require less time in the oven than a larger baking dish.

    Can I use salted butter in the crumble topping?

    While it is recommended to use unsalted butter in the crumble topping, you can use salted butter if that is all you have. Just be aware that the salt content in the butter may affect the overall flavor of the crumble.

    😋Related recipes

    More delicious fruity crumble recipes

    • Apple and Blueberry Crumble
    • Blackcurrant Crumble
    • Mixed Berry Crumble
    • Cinnamon Apple Crumble
    • Rhubarb and Ginger Crumble
    • Spiced Plum and Apple Crumble
    • Blackberry and Apple Crumble

    More delicious blackberry recipes

    • Blackberry and Lemon Muffins
    • Blackberry Loaf Cake
    • Blackberry and Apple Turnovers
    • Blackberry Cakes
    Blackberry crumble in a large baking dish with a bowl of whipped cream on the side.

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    Blackberry crumble in a serving dish.
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    Easy Blackberry Crumble

    An easy blackberry crumble recipe (blackberry crisp) with sweet fresh blackberries and a buttery oat crumble topping. Serve with cream or custard for a traditional British pudding
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine British
    Keyword apple and blackberry crumble, blackberry crumble, bramble crumble, easy blackberry crumble
    Prep Time 8 minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes
    Total Time 53 minutes
    Servings 6
    Calories 446kcal
    Author Beth Sachs
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    Equipment

    • Kitchen Scales
    • Chopping Board
    • Vegetable Peeler
    • Pie Dish
    • Mixing Bowl
    • Wooden Spoon

    Ingredients

    Metric - US Customary
    • 500 g Blackberries
    • 2 Bramley Apples peeled and sliced
    • 1 tablespoon Caster Sugar
    • 125 g Plain Flour
    • 125 g Rolled Oats not jumbo oats
    • 150 g Light Brown Sugar
    • 125 g Butter melted

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 180°c (160 fan/ Gas 4).
    • Place the blackberries, sliced apple and caster sugar into a 2 litre pie dish and give them a gentle mix.
      500 g Blackberries, 2 Bramley Apples, 1 tablespoon Caster Sugar
    • Put the plain flour, oats, and light brown sugar in a mixing bowl, and pour over the cooled melted butter. Stir with a spoon until crumbles form.
      125 g Plain Flour, 125 g Rolled Oats, 150 g Light Brown Sugar, 125 g Butter
    • Spoon the crumble mixture onto the fruit and bake in the oven 45 minutes until golden.

    Notes

    Top Tip:
    If you're using foraged blackberries, give them a good wash before using them. Place the blackberries in a colander and wash them with cold running water, then gently pat them dry with paper towels..
     
    Variations:
    • Add the zest of 1 lemon to the fruit filling, for a zingy citrus flavour.
    • Add a handful of chopped walnuts to the crumble topping for crunch and texture.
    • Use different berries such as raspberries or bilberries (wild blueberries), or try a mixture of berries.
    • Make the blackberry crumble vegan by using dairy-free spread instead of butter.
     
    Storage:
    The bramble crumble can be made up to 2 days ahead, and then stored in the fridge until needed. It is also freezer-friendly.
     
    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 Blackberry Crumble
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    446
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    12
    g
    18
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Sodium
     
    11
    mg
    0
    %
    Potassium
     
    346
    mg
    10
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    79
    g
    26
    %
    Fiber
     
    9
    g
    38
    %
    Sugar
     
    37
    g
    41
    %
    Protein
     
    10
    g
    20
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    222
    IU
    4
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    21
    mg
    25
    %
    Calcium
     
    88
    mg
    9
    %
    Iron
     
    4
    mg
    22
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Shadi Hasanzadenemati

      September 07, 2021 at 2:49 pm

      5 stars
      My family is going to love this, tLove how easy this recipe is. Can’t wait to try it this weekend.thank you for the recipe!

      Reply
    2. Gina

      September 07, 2021 at 2:52 pm

      5 stars
      Crumbles are my favorite kind of dessert - so easy yet so much delicious berry flavor. Love adding a bit of lemon juice to this recipe for some extra zing!

      Reply
    3. Stephanie

      September 07, 2021 at 2:59 pm

      5 stars
      My family loves anything with blackberries. We have two big bushes in the backyard so have fresh blackberries often. We really enjoyed the blackberry crumble.

      Reply
    4. Beth

      September 07, 2021 at 3:21 pm

      5 stars
      I can't wait to try this. I love the addition of apple and blackberry. It is a combination made in heaven.

      Reply
    5. Caroline

      September 07, 2021 at 3:37 pm

      5 stars
      This takes me right back to childhood! It's something we would have often after picking blackberries/brambles. We didn't typically add oats to the crumble but I do love the added texture. Yum.

      Reply
    6. Taka

      July 27, 2022 at 10:11 am

      5 stars
      My husband picked loads of blackberries from the nearby wood yesterday. They were really juicy and sweet.
      I just made them into your crumble and it turned out fabulous!
      Thank you for the recipe.

      Reply
    7. firefeet

      August 07, 2022 at 5:45 am

      5 stars
      Superb recipe. Made two this last week (it seems like a great year for blackberries) and both divine. I grind up the oats a bit with a quick whizz in the blender. Passed the recipe on to my mum who also loves it (and leaves the oats whole). Definitely a keeper. Thank you!

      Reply
    8. PJ

      August 19, 2022 at 6:20 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely love this recipe. So easy and the crumble was delicious. Also avoids the crumbling process which I hate doing. Works brilliantly in my air fryer. Thank you.

      Reply

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