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Apple and pear crumble in a red pie dish.
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Easy Apple and Pear Crumble Recipe

An easy apple & pear crumble recipe flavoured with warming spices. It's a comforting blend of seasonal fruit with an easy flapjack-style oat topping!
Course Dessert
Cuisine British
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6
Calories 530kcal
Author Beth Sachs

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Equipment

Ingredients

Metric - US Customary
  • 5 Pears peeled, cored and sliced
  • 3 Bramley Apples peeled, cored and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 40 g Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Water

For the crumble

  • 125 g Plain Flour
  • 125 g Oats porridge oats (not jumbo oats)
  • 150 g Light Brown Sugar
  • 125 g Butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon Crystalised Ginger chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180℃ (160°fan/ Gas 4/ 350℉)
  • Place the sliced Bramley apples, sliced pears, ground ginger, cinnamon, and light brown sugar in a heavy-based pan. Add 1 tablespoon of water and cook on a medium heat for 5 minutes until the fruits start to soften (stir frequently to prevent the fruit from sticking to the bottom of the pan).
    5 Pears, 3 Bramley Apples, 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger, 1 teaspoon Cinnamon, 40 g Light Brown Sugar, 1 tablespoon Water
  • Make the crumble topping by placing the plain flour, oats, light brown sugar, and crystalised ginger in a bowl and pouring over the melted butter. Mix with a spoon until crumbles form.
    125 g Plain Flour, 125 g Oats, 150 g Light Brown Sugar, 125 g Butter, 1 teaspoon Crystalised Ginger
  • Spoon the fruit into a 2 litre pie dish and then top with the crumble.
  • Bake in the oven for 45 minutes until the crumble is golden brown on top and the fruit is bubbling underneath.

Notes

Variations:
  • Add a generous handful of chopped nuts like almonds, pecans, or walnuts to the crumble topping. This creates a nutty and crunchy dimension to the dessert.
  • Add a handful of blackberries or raspberries for a fresh fruity flavour.
  • Drizzle caramel sauce over the fruit filling before adding the crumble topping. This indulgent twist adds a rich, buttery sweetness to every bite.
 
Storage:
Store - If you have any leftovers, allow the crumble to cool to room temperature before storing it. You can store the crumble in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freeze - If you want to keep it for longer, you can freeze it for up to 3 months.
Reheat - To reheat your crumble in the microwave, place a portion of the crumble in a microwave-safe dish and cover it with a microwave-safe lid or cling film. Heat the crumble on high for 1-2 minutes, or until it's heated through. Be careful not to overheat the crumble, as this can cause it to become dry and lose its texture.
 
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.
 

Nutritional Information (Approximate)

Calories: 530kcal | Carbohydrates: 102g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 55g | Vitamin A: 98IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 4mg
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