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Mixed Berry Crumble

A simple, rustic dessert featuring sweet-tart berries topped with a buttery oat crumble. Delicious warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

50 minEasyServes 6320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups mixed berries, fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice, fresh
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats, old-fashioned
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold, cubed
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts, almonds, walnuts, or pecans
  • 6 scoops vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or 2-quart casserole dish.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, gently toss the 6 cups fresh or frozen mixed berries with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until well coated.

  3. 3

    Pour the berry mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

  4. 4

    In another bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt.

  5. 5

    Add the 1/2 cup cold, cubed unsalted butter and use your fingers, a pastry cutter, or two forks to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  6. 6

    Stir in 1/2 cup almonds, walnuts, or pecans chopped nuts if using.

  7. 7

    Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the berry mixture.

  8. 8

    Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.

  9. 9

    Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.

  10. 10

    Serve warm with a scoop of 6 scoops vanilla ice cream if desired.

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Questions

What temperature do I cook Mixed Berry Crumble at?

For Mixed Berry Crumble, the oven is set to 375 F (about 190 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 35 minutes, in step 8.

What should Mixed Berry Crumble look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 8: cook until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.

What can I use instead of cornstarch in Mixed Berry Crumble?

The entry for Mixed Berry Crumble calls for 2 tbsp cornstarch. In its place: Use twice as much all-purpose flour and cook it a few minutes longer, or the same amount of arrowroot or tapioca starch.

Can I make Mixed Berry Crumble gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Mixed Berry Crumble is 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup rolled oats, old-fashioned. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works); the oats for certified gluten-free oats. Everything else proceeds as written.

How do I store and reheat Mixed Berry Crumble?

Store Mixed Berry Crumble airtight: two to three days at room temperature or up to a week refrigerated. It freezes for up to two months; thaw at room temperature.

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