Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 cups blackberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Pastry blender or fork
- Oven
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, blackberries, granulated sugar, 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix well and transfer to a 9-inch baking dish.
3. In another mixing bowl, combine the 1 cup flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix well.
4. Add the chilled butter pieces to the flour mixture and use a pastry blender or fork to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the fruit mixture in the baking dish.
6. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the crumble is golden brown and the fruit is bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 40-45 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F (190°C)
Serving size:
- 6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 380
- Total fat: 16g
- Saturated fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 41mg
- Sodium: 124mg
- Total carbohydrates: 59g
- Dietary fiber: 5g
- Sugars: 39g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can substitute the blackberries with raspberries or blueberries.
- You can use light brown sugar instead of dark brown sugar.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the crumb mixture for added crunch.
- You can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the fruit mixture for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is chilled before cutting it into the flour mixture to ensure a crumbly texture.
- If the crumble is browning too quickly, cover it with foil and continue baking until the fruit is bubbly.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover crumble in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the crumble, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the crumble warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle some cinnamon or powdered sugar on top of the crumble before serving.
Pairings:
- Serve the crumble with a hot cup of tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- This crumble is perfect on its own, but you can also serve it with a side of fresh fruit or a green salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crumble is too dry, add a tablespoon of melted butter to the crumb mixture.
- If the crumble is too wet, add a tablespoon of flour to the crumb mixture.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash the fruit thoroughly before using it in the recipe.
Food history:
- St Brigid's Day is celebrated on February 1st in Ireland and marks the beginning of spring. This recipe combines two of Ireland's favorite fruits, apples and blackberries, to create a delicious dessert.
Flavor profiles:
- This crumble has a sweet and tart flavor from the apples and blackberries, with a warm and spicy flavor from the cinnamon and nutmeg.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the crumble warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top.
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