Apple Cranberry Crumble (5 days of desserts series: Day 5)

Five days of desserts: Day 5!

We have come to the end of my "5 days of desserts" series. It has been a joy creating this recipes for you! I wanted to leave you with a simple, yet flavorful recipe to end the series!

As the holidays roll in, the search for the perfect festive dessert can feel overwhelming. You want something that captures the flavors of the season, delights your guests, and doesn't leave you tied to the kitchen for hours. Enter my festive Apple Cranberry Crumble - a warm, comforting dessert packed with the best flavors of fall and winter.

With a golden, buttery topping and a tart-yet sweet filling, this crumble is a perfect blend of holiday nostalgia and simplicity. Whether you're gathering for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or another celebration of the season, this recipe will be a crowd-pleaser if there ever was one. And, it comes together in under an hour with no complicated steps or chilling required.

What this recipe brings:

• Seasonal flavors: The combo of juicy apples, tart cranberries, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg created a flavor profile that screams "holidays".

• Quick and easy: No need to fuss over pie crusts or complex techniques. This recipe is simple to make but impressive to serve.

• Versatile: Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate holiday treat.

Make it your own:

• Add a twist: Sprinkle some dried cranberries or raising into the filling for added texture.

• Go gluten free: Sub the flour with a gluten free alternative, and use gluten free oats.

• Nuts or no nuts: Not a fan of pecans or walnuts? Leave them out, and the topping will still be delicious.

• Add a drizzle: Make a homemade caramel sauce or drizzle pre-made caramel over top.

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Apple Cranberry Crumble Recipe

Yield: 6 servings

Serving size: Approx. 1 cup

Ingredients:

For the filling:

• 4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (honeycrisp, gala, or granny smith are great options!)

• 1 cup fresh cranberries

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1/4 cup brown sugar

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp apple pie spice (or 1/2 tsp cinnamon and 1/2 tsp nutmeg)

• 1/4 cup apple cider

For the crumble topping:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup rolled oats

• 1/3 cup brown sugar

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (*optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish or similar sized dish.

2. In a large bowl, combine the apples, cranberries, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and apple cider. Toss until evenly coated.

3. Pour the filling into the prepared dish and spread it out evenly.

4. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture forms crumbly clumps. (Add chopped nuts now if using.)

5. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the fruit filling. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

6. Let the crumble cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a festive touch.

   
   

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Nutrition Information per serving:

Calories: 280

Fat: 12g

Carbs: 40g

Protein: 2g

Weight Watchers Points:

13 points per serving