Mixed berry crumble is a medley of your favorite berries topped with a sweet, buttery oatmeal crumble and baked until bubbly. It's the perfect way to welcome spring!
What do you do when faced with an abundance of fresh berries? Say...strawberries, blueberries and blackberries or raspberries? Why you make a mixed berry crumble, of course!
I always have a lot of fruit around to make things like Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries and Dark Chocolate Covered Blueberries.
And, when fruit becomes dessert, life is good. 🙂
How to Make Mixed Berry Crumble
I'm going to walk you through the easy preparation.
You'll need about 4 cups of your favorite berries. These strawberries were so big I cut them into large pieces. Springtime often brings raspberries to the market too!
By the way, this happens to be an outstanding make ahead and freeze recipe and a great way to use those berries up when you have way too many on hand.
I love fruit all by itself. But, let's face it. A sweet, buttery crumbly topping takes it over the top. Bake it in ramekins or a baking dish...whatever you do just bake it!
Forks? Spoons? What's the proper utensil for this treat?
Well, if you add a layer of ice cream, I'd definitely pass out the spoons.
Or you can enjoy this mixed berry crumble with a fork. Either way, you'll be greeting spring with a smile.
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Mixed Berry Crumble Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups assorted berries such as blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and strawberries
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon corn starch
- ⅓ cup flour
- ⅓ cup brown sugar loosely packed
- ¾ cup oatmeal old fashioned whole oats
- 6 Tablespoons butter or vegan alternative cut into small pieces (keep chilled until ready to use)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Add berries to a large bowl.
- Stir lemon juice, granulated sugar and corn starch together, add to berry mixture and toss berries to coat.
- Set berries aside while making the crumble topping.
- Add flour, brown sugar and oatmeal to a large bowl and mix to combine (in a new bowl, not the one with the berries.)
- Add chilled butter to the oatmeal mixture and mix using a pastry blender, fork or fingers until the mixture is "crumbly."
- Divide berries between 6 ramekins or layer in the bottom of a 8 x 11 pan.
- Sprinkle crumble topping over the berries.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the top is lightly browned and berries are tender.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition
Renee
I'll take a big bowl and a big spoon of this fabulous dessert. Crumble topping gets me every time.
Marjory
Thanks Renee! I'm glad I have some in the freezer!
Alida
Look at all those juicy fresh berries! Spring is definitely here!
Marjory
I absolutely love all the fruity recipes out today!
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Berry crumbles just cannot be eaten without ice cream. And I bet this would work really well with almond or another gluten free flour.
Marjory
I know it would! My daughter is allergic to almond...so I didn't try that one.
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom
I agree!! what a glorious way to usher in Spring with this mixed berry crumble!!! delicious!
Marjory
Thanks Alice! I love fruit all year round...but, especially now!
Ghislaine Put
I love it , thank you
Marjory
Your welcome! Thanks for stopping by!
Liz
We love all crisps, cobblers and crumbles around here...and your mixed berry filling looks spectacular!! What a perfect spring dessert!
Marjory
Thanks Liz! I'm so glad spring has arrived!
Cindys Recipes and Writings
I love mixed berries made this way!
Marjory
Thanks Cindy! It a favorite of mine too!
Hezzi-D
Nothing says spring quite like fresh berries! Your crumble looks delicious!
Marjory
Thanks! So many good recipes today...I'd love a bite of all of them!
Tammi @ Momma's Meals
Ohhhh I would love this.....Love fruit and love the crumble!
Marjory
Thanks! I love this combination too!
Constance Smith (@FoodieArmyWife)
Forks? Spoons? Seriously whatever it takes to get this in my tummy!
Marjory
It's good to have options!
Lane @ Supper for a Steal
I say yes to a big scoop of ice cream! All those fresh berries look so fabulous!
Marjory
I'll grab two spoons!!!
Courtney @ Neighborfood
Crumbles are my favorite spring and summer dessert. I can't wait to try this version!
Marjory
Thanks Courtney! I hope you enjoy it!
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons
It's funny, because my household is just the opposite. We love vegetables, but could take or leave most fruits. Together, we'd have a really healthy diet! haha. But seriously, there's no way I'd take or leave this crumble. I'd TAKE it!
Marjory
Thanks Lori! As a whole, we are getting better at veggies..but, fruit = dessert for me!
Carla
I go berry picking every summer, so I'm bookmarking this for later!
Marjory
Lucky! I'd love to pick some fresh berries!
Shaina
I absolutely love anything with a "crumble". This looks so so good
Marjory
Thanks Shaina...it's one of my many weaknesses too.
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere
Berry crumbles might be one of my favorite things to do with fresh berries. And we never forget the ice cream, so ours are always spoon-worthy!
Marjory
Thanks Sarah! We always have ice cream in the freezer!
susan
Who doesn't love a crumble? Plus it's a no fuss dessert and a good excuse to an enjoy a scoop of ice cream. No guilt because you have the fruit to balance it out!
Audra
To much berry and not enough crumble = one soggy dessert.
Marjory
It's definitely lighter on the crumble...but, the crumble can be doubled! 🙂
Piper
Could frozen fruit be used?
Marjory
Hi! I have not tried the recipe with frozen fruit. It may be just a little too wet. If you try it, be sure to defrost and drain the fruit first! Thanks for your question!
alinea
This was really good, but my berries must have been extra juicy. I used a combination of strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries. There was a LOT of liquid. I have a feeling the leftovers will be a soggy mess tomorrow. I would suggest increasing the amount of cornstarch in the fruit. Otherwise, the dessert was a hit with the family.
Marjory
Great tip! Thanks for sharing!
Lynn
Thank you for this amazing recipe!
I cannot have sugar, oats, wheat or corn. Do you think I could use quinoa, almond flour and Xylitol for the crumble?
Marjory
Hi there! I've never experimented with those ingredients for a recipe like this. However, if you google quinoa crumble there are some recipes that might be worth experimenting with!