Blackberry Crumble

Jumping headfirst into this Blackberry Crumble adventure feels like wrapping yourself in a warm fuzzy blanket. It’s got that perfect balance of tart and sweet, like a sassy little dance on your taste buds. Why should you even bother making it? Oh, simply because it’s like eating a blackberry hug. It’s comforting, messy, and impossible not to love. Trust me, you’re gonna want in on this.

So let me just say, my husband is absolutely obsessed with this stuff. We’ve practically adopted it as part of the family. He’ll hang around the kitchen, pretending to help, but secretly just waiting for it to hit the table. And let’s not forget the occasional kiddo finger sneaking in for a taste before it’s officially cooled — it’s a hit all around, and our crew can’t get enough. It’s not just dessert; it’s turned into a sweet reminder of cozy evenings at home, when the house is filled with the kind of fragrance that makes you sigh with happiness.

Why You’ll Love This Blackberry Crumble

– It’s like a big bear hug wrapped in a dessert.
– A total flavor rollercoaster: tart and sweet with a serious crunch factor.
– Kinda foolproof. Like, if I can’t mess it up, neither can you.
– Oozes comfort food vibes without needing a culinary degree.

How to Make It

Alright, here’s the scoop. Grab those juicy blackberries and let them mingle with a hit of sugar — temptation starts right there. Then, while you’re kinda halfway watching your favorite show, throw together a crumble topping. It’s basically butter meeting flour in a match made in heaven, and then — boom — sugar gets tossed in. Crumbs everywhere, but that’s just real life when you’re having fun, right?

Get that stuff in a dish, pop it in the oven, and try not to burn your fingers because it smells INCREDIBLE. You deserve to taste-test the crunchy bits before yelling, “Dessert’s ready!” Seriously, try to be patient… or not, who am I to judge?

Ingredient Notes

– Blackberries: Bright and tangy! Smash ’em for extra juiciness, but no stress if it gets messy.
– Butter: Real deal only. None of that margarine business. It matters, I swear.
– Flour: Don’t skimp here, folks. Overmeasure and you’ll be dusting your countertop forever.

Recipe Steps

1. Mix blackberries with sugar, and let them be friends for a while.
2. In another bowl, get flour and butter cozy. And don’t forget the sugar!
3. Crumble that mix over your smug blackberries.
4. Bake until it’s all golden and your kitchen smells divine.
5. Resist face-planting into the dish. Or don’t, live your best life.

What to Serve It With

Think: creamy vanilla ice cream or a big dollop of whipped cream. Honestly, anything that melts and complements the crumbles of yum just right. Or just have it as-is if you love the classic simplicity.

Tips & Mistakes

Be patient and let it cool a bit — says the person routinely diving in too early. And, if you find a few lone blackberry seeds, just roll with it. Extra crunch!

Storage Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container, if you’ve got any left. Refrigerate, and yes, cold crumble for breakfast is a fantastic life choice. Sometimes better the morning after, especially when you’re munching it secretly over the kitchen sink.

Variations and Substitutions

Got strawberries or raspberries? Swirl them in with the blackberries for a berry extravaganza. No white sugar? Swap in brown or go fancy with honey if that’s more your jam. Skip the oats for a different texture, or make it gold with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.

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Blackberry Crumble

This blackberry crumble is a deliciously sweet and tangy dessert topped with a crisp oat crumble. Perfect for summer evenings!

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 4 cups fresh blackberries
• ▢ 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch for thickening
• ▢ 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• ▢ 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
• ▢ 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
• ▢ 0.5 cup unsalted butter cold, cut into cubes
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a large bowl, combine the blackberries, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Toss gently to coat evenly.
• Transfer the blackberry mixture to a greased 9-inch baking dish.
• In another bowl, mix the oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
• Cut in the cold butter with your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the blackberries.
• Bake for 40 minutes or until the topping is golden and the blackberry filling is bubbling.
• Let the crumble cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with ice cream if desired.

Notes

This blackberry crumble tastes best served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.