Description
Grape and berry crumble brings sweet summer memories to life with its rustic charm and homemade comfort. Delightful layers of juicy fruits nestled beneath a crisp, golden topping promise pure culinary bliss for anyone craving a delicious dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 2 cups red grapes, halved
- 1 cup mixed berries (raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F (175C), creating an ideal baking environment for the vibrant fruit dessert.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, gently fold halved grapes and mixed berries with granulated sugar, infusing a bright lemon juice and warming cinnamon to enhance the natural fruit flavors.
- Transfer the aromatic fruit mixture into a thoroughly greased 8×8 baking dish, ensuring even distribution.
- Craft the crumble topping by combining all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and a hint of salt in a separate bowl.
- Using a fork or pastry cutter, incorporate cold butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture transforms into rustic, coarse crumbs with a sandy texture.
- Generously sprinkle the crumble topping across the fruit base, creating an even, textured layer that will develop a golden, crispy finish.
- Slide the prepared dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown crust and bubbling fruit edges.
- Remove from the oven and let the crumble rest for 10 minutes, allowing the intense flavors to settle and the temperature to moderate.
- Serve warm, optionally crowned with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dollop of whipped cream for luxurious indulgence.
- Garnish with delicate fresh mint leaves to add a vibrant, aromatic touch to the dessert presentation.
Notes
- Choose ripe, sweet grapes and mixed berries for the most vibrant flavor and natural sweetness.
- Adjust sugar levels based on the natural sweetness of your chosen fruits to prevent an overly sugary dessert.
- Experiment with alternative flour options like almond or gluten-free flour for those with dietary restrictions.
- Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts like almonds or pecans to the crumble topping for extra crunch and nutty depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 292 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 74 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg