There are few desserts more comforting on a cool winter’s evening than the humble crumble. Packed full of warm, tender stewed fruits and topped with a sweet, crunchy oat-based topping, you’ll get an explosion of flavour and texture with every mouthful. To honour this nourishing dish, we’ve pulled together our best crumble recipes. From the classic apple, rhubarb and pear crumbles, to pies, cakes, muffins and slices – this is the best way to finish any dinner party. Dig in!
Ginger, pear and pistachio crumbles
No need to feel guilty about having dessert! This delicious pear and nut crumble can be adapted for vegan and paleo diets.
Rhubarb and vanilla crumble cake
You will need about two bunches of rhubarb for this recipe. To spread the second layer of cake batter over the crumble, without mixing the two, dollop the batter into each corner first, then gently spread the batter toward the centre. Note
Sour cream and cherry coffee cake with almond crumble
Moist and fruity with a crunchy, crumbly topping, this sour cream and cherry coffee cake with almond crumble is delicious.
Baked apples and raspberries with quinoa almond crumble
The combination of tender baked apples, tart raspberries and a wonderfully crumbly quinoa and almond topping makes this healthy fruit dish perfect for dessert, brunch or a sweet snack.
Plum crumbles
Starring sweet, seasonal fruit and coconut, these crunchy baked crumbles are comfort food in a bowl. Try them with custard as a substitute for traditional festive season pudding.
Pear crumble cake
It is important to slice pears as thinly as possible; if the slices are too thick, the cake will sink in the centre. Note
Spiced plum and apple crumble
We used pink lady apples in this recipe, as they tend to hold their shape well. You can keep and use the syrup at a later date to serve over ice-cream and fresh berries.
How to make a classic apple crumble
Fill your house with the warm, comforting scent.
Plum and blueberry crumble cake
Cake or crumble? Why choose?
Rhubarb, apple and pear crumble
The crumbles can be made in individual dishes and frozen, before baking, for up to 2 months. Note
Apricot almond crumbles
Sweet brandy-spiked apricot is topped with a gingery almond topping in this delicious take on the classic crumble.
Strawberry, rhubarb and pecan crumbles
Full of sweet, nutty goodness.
Apple, strawberry and rosemary crumble
The beauty of the crumble is in its rustic look. There’s no need to take too much care with the crumble topping, whichever way you toss it onto the delicious fruit, it will brown up and look so good when running with rivers of cream.
Berry hazelnut crumbles
This crumble goes well with custard. Note
Quince and blackberry crumble cake
This is a beautiful cake, the combination of tart quince, sweet blackberries, delicate sponge and crumble is unusual and exquisite. Quince and blackberry crumble cake is the perfect tea-time indulgence.
Rhubarb and ginger crumble
Rhubarb can be cooked several hours ahead. Place in pie dish, cover and refrigerate. Top rhubarb with crumble topping and bake as required. Note
Blueberry apple crumble pie
Indulge in this delightful blueberry apple crumble pie, perfect for morning or afternoon tea.
Apple, cherry and rosemary crumble
Coconut oil is a solidified oil sold in jars and is available from major supermarkets and health food stores. Melt coconut oil as you would butter, either in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave. Cherries are rich in vitamins and minerals as well as antioxidants. While fresh is best, if they […]
Apple and raspberry almond crumbles
Perfect for a dinner party, these colourful crumbles are delicious topped with a scoop of melting ice-cream.
Caramel apple and pecan crumble
This crunchy apple crumble is heavenly served with runny cream or a big scoop of vanilla ice-cream.
Apricot crumble slice
This quick and easy apricot crumble slice makes a great afternoon snack, and is perfect for packing in lunch boxes. For something slightly fancier, serve warm with a spoonful of sour cream.
Raspberry crumble almond tart
This raspberry crumble tart recipe, made with raspberries and a simple crumble crust, is the perfect summer dessert.
Almond crumble nectarines
This summer dessert is simple and absolutely delicious, especially with a dollop of mascarpone on top.
Apple and raspberry crumbles
Individual apple and raspberry crumbles are a tartly delicious winter dessert, best served with lashings of cream or ice-cream.
Toffee apple sorbet with pecan rosemary crumble
There are some occasions that justify pulling out the big guns. When an event calls for a spectacular dessert you can’t go past these little cups of toffee apple sorbet with pecan rosemary crumble.
Roast peaches with coconut crumble
Escape to summer with this heavenly dessert! Sweet soft roasted peaches with a crunchy nutty coconut crumble – simple divine!
Pear and date crumble with honey oat topping
This mouthwatering pear and date crumble stirs in sweet honey and a generous hint of spices for a warming winter dessert.
