Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 cups fresh snowberries
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Pastry blender or fork
- Oven
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Rinse and dry the snowberries. Place them in the baking dish.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
4. Add the cubed butter to the mixture and use a pastry blender or fork to cut it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Sprinkle the crumble mixture over the snowberries in the baking dish.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the crumble is golden brown and the snowberries are bubbling.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30-35 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
6-8 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 250
Total fat: 12g
Saturated fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 100mg
Total carbohydrates: 35g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Sugar: 20g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Snowberries can be substituted with any other type of berry or fruit.
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
- Rolled oats can be substituted with quick oats or almond flour.
- Brown sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar or honey.
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with coconut oil or vegan butter.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or coconut flakes to the crumble mixture for added texture.
- Top the crumble with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a decadent dessert.
- Use different spices, such as cardamom or cloves, to customize the flavor of the crumble.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is cold before cutting it into the dry ingredients for the best crumble texture.
- If the crumble is browning too quickly, cover the baking dish with foil for the remaining baking time.
- Serve the crumble warm for the best flavor and texture.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover crumble in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the crumble in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the crumble in individual ramekins or bowls for a more elegant presentation.
Garnishes:
Garnish the crumble with fresh mint leaves or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Pairings:
Serve the crumble with a cup of hot tea or coffee for a cozy dessert experience.
Suggested side dishes:
The crumble can be served as a standalone dessert or paired with a light salad or soup for a more balanced meal.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the crumble is too dry, add more butter to the mixture. If it's too wet, add more flour or oats.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash the snowberries thoroughly before using them in the recipe.
Food history:
Crumble is a traditional British dessert that dates back to World War II when rationing made it difficult to make traditional pies.
Flavor profiles:
The Copperleaf Snowberry Crumble has a sweet and tart flavor with warm spices and a buttery crumble topping.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the crumble warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a delicious dessert.
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