Berry Crumble Golden Topping (Printable)
Juicy berries baked beneath golden, crisp crumble. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a comforting delight.
# What You'll Need:
→ Berry Filling
01 - 4 cups mixed fresh or frozen berries, such as blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or strawberries
02 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
04 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Crumble Topping
06 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
08 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
02 - In a large bowl, gently combine berries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla until evenly coated.
03 - Transfer berry mixture into a lightly greased 8-inch square baking dish, spreading evenly.
04 - In a separate bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add cold butter and blend using fingertips or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
05 - Sprinkle crumble topping evenly over berries.
06 - Bake for 35–40 minutes, until topping is golden brown and berry filling is bubbling.
07 - Allow to cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses fresh or frozen berries so you can make it all year
- Crispy oat crumble gives just the right texture
- Simple to prep in advance for guests or holidays
- Vegetarian and easy to adapt for gluten free diets
02 -
- Packed with vitamin C and antioxidants from berries
- Great for using up extra fruit in season
- Easily made nut free and gluten free
03 -
- Always use cold butter Cut it in quickly for the crispiest texture
- Do not skip the cornstarch in the filling or you might get soupy crumble
- Mix the topping by hand for bigger crunchy bits rather than a fine sandy crumb
- You will know it is ready when the topping is well browned and the filling is actively bubbling around the edges Same signs every time for perfect results