Crumble Recipe

Mixed berries: A combination of your favorite berries like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries, providing a burst of flavor and color.

Rolled oats: These oats add a hearty texture and help create the crumble topping.

Almond flour: A gluten-free flour made from ground almonds, adding a subtle nutty taste.

Coconut oil: A healthier fat alternative to butter, giving the crumble a slight coconut flavor.

Maple syrup: A natural sweetener that enhances the flavor of the berries and the crumble topping.

Vanilla extract: Adds a rich, aromatic flavor to the crumble mixture.

Cinnamon: A warm spice that complements the sweetness of the berries and the crumble.

Salt: A pinch of salt balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor.

When preparing the berries, make sure they are evenly coated with the maple syrup to ensure a consistent sweetness throughout the dish. For the oat mixture, use a fork to mix the ingredients thoroughly, breaking up any clumps of almond flour to achieve a uniform texture. This will help the crumble topping bake evenly and achieve a perfect golden brown finish.

• mixed berries - Substitute with chopped apples: Chopped apples provide a similar sweetness and texture, making them a great alternative for a crumble.

• rolled oats - Substitute with quinoa flakes: Quinoa flakes offer a similar texture and are also gluten-free, making them a suitable substitute for rolled oats.

• almond flour - Substitute with oat flour: Oat flour has a mild flavor and similar consistency, making it a good replacement for almond flour.

• melted coconut oil - Substitute with olive oil: Olive oil can be used as a healthier fat alternative and provides a slightly different but pleasant flavor.

• maple syrup - Substitute with agave nectar: Agave nectar has a similar sweetness and consistency, making it a good alternative to maple syrup.

• vanilla extract - Substitute with almond extract: Almond extract offers a different but complementary flavor profile, adding a nutty note to the crumble.

• cinnamon - Substitute with nutmeg: Nutmeg provides a warm, spicy flavor that can complement the other ingredients similarly to cinnamon.

• salt - Substitute with sea salt: Sea salt can be used in the same quantity and provides a slightly different but equally effective seasoning.

• Allow the crumble to cool completely at room temperature before storing. This helps prevent condensation, which can make the topping soggy.

• Transfer the crumble to an airtight container. If you don't have one, you can cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

• Store the crumble in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The cool temperature helps maintain the freshness of the berries and the crispness of the topping.

• For longer storage, you can freeze the crumble. Wrap the entire baking dish tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil, or transfer the crumble to a freezer-safe container.

• Label the container with the date so you can keep track of its freshness. The crumble can be frozen for up to 3 months.

• When you're ready to enjoy the frozen crumble, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. This slow thawing process helps maintain the texture and flavor.

• To reheat, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the crumble in an oven-safe dish if it’s not already in one. Cover with aluminum foil to prevent the topping from burning.

• Heat for about 20 minutes or until warmed through. If you prefer a crispier topping, remove the foil for the last 5 minutes of reheating.

• Serve the crumble warm, perhaps with a scoop of vegan ice cream or a dollop of coconut whipped cream for an extra treat.

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the leftover crumble in an oven-safe dish, cover it with aluminum foil to prevent it from drying out, and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until it's warmed through and the top is crispy again.

• For a quicker option, use a microwave. Transfer a portion of the crumble to a microwave-safe bowl. Heat on medium power for 1-2 minutes, checking and stirring halfway through to ensure even heating. Be cautious not to overheat, as this can make the berries mushy.

• If you have an air fryer, preheat it to 350°F (175°C). Place the crumble in an air fryer-safe dish and heat for about 5-7 minutes. This method helps retain the crispiness of the topping.

• For stovetop reheating, use a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the crumble and cover with a lid. Heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through. This method can help maintain the texture of the oat topping.

• Oven: Used to bake the crumble at a consistent temperature of 350°F (175°C).

• Mixing bowl: Needed to mix the berries with maple syrup and to combine the oats, almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.

• Baking dish: Used to spread the berry mixture and sprinkle the oat mixture on top for baking.

• Measuring cups: Essential for accurately measuring the ingredients like mixed berries, rolled oats, almond flour, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup.

• Measuring spoons: Necessary for measuring smaller quantities such as vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.

• Spatula: Useful for mixing the ingredients thoroughly and spreading the mixtures evenly in the baking dish.

• Oven mitts: Important for safely handling the hot baking dish when removing it from the oven.

• Cooling rack: Allows the crumble to cool slightly before serving, ensuring even cooling and preventing sogginess.

Prepare ingredients ahead: Measure and mix the oats, almond flour, and coconut oil the night before to save time.

Use frozen berries: Opt for frozen mixed berries to skip washing and chopping.

Melt coconut oil in microwave: Quickly melt the coconut oil in the microwave for 20 seconds instead of using a stovetop.

Combine dry ingredients in bulk: Mix a large batch of oats, almond flour, cinnamon, and salt to have on hand for future recipes.

Preheat oven early: Turn on the oven before starting any prep work to ensure it’s ready when you are.