Blackberry Crumble for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound (450g) blackberries, fresh or frozen
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
• For the crumble topping:
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick / 113g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
  • 1/4 cup (60g) rolled oats
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

40-45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 out of 5 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the blackberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
3. Transfer the blackberry mixture to an 8-inch (20cm) square or round baking dish.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and oats.
5. Add the cold butter cubes and use your fingers to work them into the flour mixture until it forms coarse crumbs.
6. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the blackberry mixture.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the blackberries are bubbling.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving:

• Calories: 250
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and comforting fruit dessert
• Sweet and tart flavor combination
• Crisp and crumbly topping
• Perfect for serving with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream

User Comments:

• "This blackberry crumble was absolutely delicious! The topping was so crispy and the filling was perfectly sweet and tart."
• "I love the combination of blackberries and cinnamon in this crumble. It's a classic dessert that always impresses my guests."
• "This is my favorite crumble recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out perfect."
• "I made this crumble with frozen blackberries and it was still amazing. The secret is to let them defrost slightly before using."
• "The topping for this crumble is so crunchy and flavorful. It's the perfect complement to the juicy blackberries."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If using frozen blackberries, let them defrost slightly before using to ensure even baking.
• To make a gluten-free crumble, use gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour.
• To add a nutty flavor to the crumble, use chopped walnuts or pecans in place of the oats.
• Serve the crumble warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.