Cranberry-Apple Crumble
I got this recipe from a Cooking Light magazine. I like it because it is lightly sweet and really tart.
Total time
75 min
Servings
8
Calories
180.2
Category
Desserts
Discover the perfect fall dessert with this Cranberry-Apple Crumble recipe. Combining tart cranberries and sweet Braeburn apples, this healthy, low-cholesterol treat is ready in under 75 minutes and serves 8. Ideal for low-protein diets, it features a crunchy oat topping and pairs beautifully with light vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Makes 8 servings
- 1/2 dried sweetened cranberries
- 1 fresh lemon juice
- 4 braeburn apples
- 1/4 all-purpose flour
- 6 brown sugar
- 6 oats
- 1 ground cinnamon
- 1/4 salt
- 1/8 ground nutmeg
- 3 butter
- 4 light vanilla ice cream
Method
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
To prepare filling, combine first 3 ingredients and toss well. Place apple mixture into 11X7 baking dish coated with cooking spray.
To prepare topping, lightly spoon the flour into a dry measuring cup and level with a knife. Combine flour and the next 5 ingredients (through the nutmeg), stirring with a whisk. Cut butter into flour mixture with a pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse corn meal. Sprinkle topping over apple mixture. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until filling is bubbly and topping is golden brown.
Serve with Vanilla ice cream.
Cook's notes
- For best texture, use fresh Braeburn apples and dried sweetened cranberries.
- Cut butter into flour mixture until it resembles coarse cornmeal for a crumbly topping.
- Serve warm with light vanilla ice cream for a creamy contrast.
Frequently asked
Can I use other apple varieties?
Yes, substitute with Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for similar tartness and firmness.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Not as written; use gluten-free all-purpose flour and certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.
Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes, reduce brown sugar to 4 tablespoons for a less sweet crumble.
