Apple Cranberry Crumble Recipe

A warm and comforting classic! This Apple Cranberry Crumble recipe, inspired by Taste of Home Holidays & Celebrations, is a family favorite, perfect for fall and holiday gatherings. Enjoy the sweet and tart flavors of apples and cranberries topped with a buttery oat crumble. Easy to make and incredibly delicious!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 509.5 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Apple Cranberry Crumble

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Apple Cranberry Crumble

  • 4 medium apples (about 6 cups), peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 (12-ounce) bag fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter
  • Pecans

How to Make Apple Cranberry Crumble

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
  2. Peel, core, and slice 4 medium apples (about 6 cups). Combine the apples and 1 (12-ounce) bag of fresh or frozen cranberries in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle the apple and cranberry mixture with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Sprinkle the oat crumble evenly over the apple and cranberry mixture.
  6. Bake, uncovered, for 55-60 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If the topping browns too quickly, loosely cover the edges with foil.
  7. Let cool for at least 10-15 minutes before serving. Best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

236g

Fat

50g

Carbs

28g