English crumble
4 servings
30 minutes
English crumble is a cozy treat from the UK, symbolizing home comfort. It originated during World War II when food shortages forced people to seek simple yet delicious alternatives to complex desserts. This recipe combines a crispy golden topping with a sweet, rich fruit filling that varies from apples to berries. Its ease of preparation makes it perfect for family evenings and friendly gatherings. Crumble can be served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of thick cream to enhance its tenderness. It is ideal for cozy autumn tea times or as a finishing touch to festive dinners. Each bite is a blend of warmth, sweetness, and pleasant texture that evokes the most delightful gastronomic memories.
1
Flour - 200 grams, butter - 100 grams, sugar - 100 grams.
- Wheat flour: 200 g
- Butter: 100 g
- Sugar: 250 g
2
For the filling: rhubarb (apple) - 6(8) stalks, blueberries (any berries) - 1 cup, sugar 150 grams.
- Apple: 8 pieces
- Blueberry: 1 glass
- Sugar: 250 g
3
First, we boil the fruits and berries sprinkled with sugar until they release juice. I can't say the exact time, as it depends on the fruits you use and their ripeness. Generally, it should be something like a five-minute jam.
- Apple: 8 pieces
- Blueberry: 1 glass
- Sugar: 250 g
4
At the same time or afterwards, mix the flour, butter, and sugar, and rub them with your hands until the lumps become very small and stop sticking to each other and to your hands. This moment is impossible to confuse.
- Wheat flour: 200 g
- Butter: 100 g
- Sugar: 250 g
5
Just grease the mold with oil, add the filling, and sprinkle the crumbs on top. Bake in a preheated oven for 30 minutes at 180 degrees. Check readiness by the golden and crispy crust.
- Butter: 100 g