This delicious Jamie Oliver Apple and Plum Crumble is a warm, fruity dessert with a crisp, buttery oat topping. Lightly spiced with cinnamon and ginger, it’s the perfect mix of sweet and tangy flavors. Quick and easy to make, this comforting treat pairs beautifully with cream, yogurt, or ice cream. A simple, crowd-pleasing dessert ready in no time!
Ingredients Needed
For the fruit filling:
- 2 ½ cups (310g) apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 ½ cups (310g) plums, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 lemon, juice only
- ⅓ cup (67g) white granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp (24g) all-purpose flour / plain flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp ginger
- Pinch of salt
- For the crumble topping:
- ⅓ cup (42g) all-purpose flour / plain flour
- ⅓ cup (67g) light brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) white granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup (60g) rolled oats
- 6 tbsp (85g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- Pinch of salt
How To Make Apple And Plum Crumble
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the fruit filling: In a mixing bowl, combine apples, plums, lemon juice, sugar, flour, cinnamon, ginger, and salt. Stir well and let it rest for 5 minutes to release the juices.
- Make the crumble topping: In another bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, white sugar, oats, and a pinch of salt. Add the cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend it into the mixture until crumbly.
- Assemble the crumble: Pour the fruit filling into a greased 10-inch (25cm) casserole dish or cast-iron skillet. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the fruit.
- Bake the crumble: Place in the oven and bake for 35–40 minutes until the fruit is bubbly and the topping is crisp and golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Enjoy with cream, yogurt, whipped cream, or ice cream!
Recipe Tips
- Use ripe but firm fruit: Soft apples or plums can turn mushy while baking. Choose firm, ripe fruit for the best texture.
- Chill the butter: Cold butter helps create a crisp and crumbly topping. Keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to mix.
- Don’t skip the flour in the filling: The flour helps thicken the juices from the fruit, preventing a watery crumble.
- Bake until golden and bubbly: The top should be crisp and golden, and the fruit should be bubbling at the edges. This ensures it’s fully cooked.
- Let it rest before serving: Allowing the crumble to cool for 5–10 minutes helps the filling set, making it easier to serve.
How To Store Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Let the leftover apple and plum crumble cool to room temperature. Then, cover it tightly with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Once cooled, wrap the crumble well in plastic wrap and foil or store it in a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months. To serve, thaw overnight in the fridge and enjoy at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (based on 6 servings)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Total Carbohydrate: 58g
- Dietary Fiber: 6g
- Sugars: 35g
- Protein: 4g
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