Easy Apple and Pear Oat Topped Crumble
Autumn is in the air, and that means chilly weather, falling leaves, and of course, pumpkin spice everything. But it also means apple season! This easy apple and pear crumble is the perfect way to show off your favourite autumn fruits. The oat topping is so good you’ll want to eat it by itself. Add a scoop of ice cream or some whipped cream for a delicious dessert everyone will love.
Apple and Pear crumble for breakfast
Apple and pear crumble might seem like a dessert dish, but it actually makes great breakfast food. Here’s why
-The crumble is packed with fibre, which will help you start your day off on the right foot
-It’s also loaded with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium
-All that nutrition will give you energy for the day ahead
-Plus, the sweet and tart flavours of apple and pear are perfect for waking up your taste buds first thing in the morning.
If you’re looking for a healthy and delicious breakfast option, give apple and pear crumble a try.
How do you make a crumble, not soggy?
If you follow this recipe, your crumble shouldn’t be soggy, but here are a few suggestions to help if it is.
One way to make sure your crumble doesn’t get soggy is to use a topping that will help it stay crispy, like crumbled-up granola or chopped nuts. You can also cook the crumble for a little longer if you want it to be extra crunchy.
What is the best way to store leftover crumble?
If you have any leftover crumble, it’s best to store it in an airtight container in the fridge. It will keep for up to 3 days. You can also freeze leftover crumble for up to 3 months.
Apple and Pear Crumble Ingredients
This amount of ingredients makes one filled oven-proof dish plus 2 medium size foil trays to freeze for later.
- 130 g Brown Sugar
- 5 tbsp Butter
- 30 g Flour
- 2 tsp Cinnamon
- 10Â Apples
- 6Â Pears
Crumble Topping
- 230 g Flour
- 230 g Oats – I added an equal amount of oats to flour, but you can use less if you want to. I suggest 175g.
- 230 g Butter
- 175 g Light Brown Sugar
- 2 tsp Mixed Spice
How to make apple and pear crumble
A fruit crumble is an easy pudding to make and can be made with a variety of fruit. The most popular combination is apple and pear, but you can use any type of fruit you like.
Serving suggestions
Apple and pear crumble is a classic dessert that can be enjoyed any time of day. The combination of sweet fruit and crispy topping is delicious on its own, but it’s even better when served with ice cream, cream, or custard.
If you’re looking for a healthy breakfast option, apple and pear crumble goes well with plain greek yoghurt. The yoghurt helps to balance out the sweetness of the fruit, making it a perfect start to your day. So whether you’re looking for a quick snack or a decadent dessert, apple and pear crumble is always a good choice.
Try my Rhubarb and Apple Crumble for an alternative to pears or Apple and Blackcurrant Crumble!
Easy Apple and Pear Oat Topped Crumble
Equipment
Ingredients Â
- 130 g Brown Sugar
- 5 tbsp Butter
- 30 g Flour
- 2 tsp Cinnamon
- 10 Apples
- 6 Pears
Crumble Topping
- 230 g Flour
- 230 g Oats
- 230 g Butter
- 175 g Light Brown Sugar
- 2 tsp Mixed Spice
InstructionsÂ
- Preheat the oven to 180°c Fan/200°c. Peel, core and roughly chop the apples and pears and place them in a bowl. Add the flour and mix through. Transfer the fruit to the oven-proof dishes and top with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- In a bowl, add the flour and oats. Rub in the butter so you have medium size chunks. Mix in the sugar and mixed spice. Sprinkle over the fruit without pressing down. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
