Gluten Free Berry Crumble
A warm, cozy dessert made with berries and a buttery crumble, perfect for using up soft fruit and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Fruit Filling
- 6 cups any mix of berries Can be fresh or frozen; if using frozen, do not thaw.
- 2-4 tablespoons sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of the fruit.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice For balance.
- 1-2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot For thickening.
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup gluten free flour Use a simple all purpose gluten free blend.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Can be substituted with granulated or coconut sugar.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Spices can be adjusted to personal preference.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 cup butter Should be cold for a chunky topping. Use dairy free alternative if necessary.
- 1/2 cup oats Optional, must be certified gluten free if included.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter an 8x8 or 9x9 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, toss the berries with sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Crumble Topping
- In another bowl, mix gluten free flour, oats (if using), brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add cold butter pieces and use your fingers to mash them until the mixture forms clumps resembling coarse crumbs.
Baking
- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the fruit mixture.
- Bake for about 30 to 40 minutes, until the fruit is bubbling at the edges and the topping is golden brown.
- Let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes before serving to thicken.
Notes
This dessert pairs well with ice cream or yogurt. Try various fruit combinations like apple and cranberry, peach and blueberry, or mango and pineapple.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10g
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