Description
Warm and comforting Spiced Cranberry Apple Crumble with a crunchy pecan and oat topping that perfectly balances tart cranberries with sweet, juicy apples, enhanced by cinnamon and nutmeg. This easy-to-make dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners and is best served warm with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
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Fruit Mixture
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 4 cups diced apples (mix of sweet and tart varieties)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for even baking while you prepare the ingredients.
- Prepare Fruit Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of fresh cranberries, 4 cups of diced apples (a mix of sweet and tart varieties), 1 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg. Toss thoroughly until the fruit is evenly coated with the spices and sugar.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray. Pour the fruit mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Make the Crumble Topping: In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup rolled oats, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter. Use your fingers or a fork to blend until the mixture becomes crumbly. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped pecans to add crunch and flavor.
- Assemble the Crumble: Evenly spread the crumble topping over the fruit mixture, covering it completely.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit mixture is bubbling and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly for 10 minutes. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Notes
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate comfort dessert.
- You can vary the spices by adding a pinch of allspice or cloves for additional warmth.
- Add extra nuts like walnuts or almonds to the crumble topping for added texture and flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- For a vegan option, use a plant-based butter substitute and a sugar that is vegan certified.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: cranberry apple crumble, spiced crumble, pecan topping dessert, fall dessert, holiday dessert, easy apple crumble, baked fruit dessert
