Apple and Cherry Crumble

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Nothing beats a homemade Apple and Cherry Crumble. Juicy fruit baked under a golden, buttery topping. Easy, cozy, and crowd-pleasing.

Old Fashioned Apple and Cherry Crumble

There's something about a fruit crumble that just feels like home. The way warm fruit bubbles up around the edges, the golden topping crisping in the oven, and that smell drifting through the kitchen. Lawdy.

Growing up, I loved visiting the apple orchards in Southwest Missouri then coming home and watching my momma come up with as many uses as possible for those apples.

This apple and cherry crumble is a delicious combination of apples and cherries and is one of those desserts that makes me slow down and savor the simple things.

A little bit rustic, a little bit nostalgic, and a whole lot delicious, this crumble is proof that the best recipes don't need to be complicated.

This simple healthy dessert recipe can be whipped up for a fruit filled weeknight dessert.

If you're a fruit dessert lover like the cowboy, check out some of his favorites like: Best Ambrosia Salad Recipe, Apple and Blackberry Crumble, Blueberry Strawberry Pie.

And the Cowboy thinks no dessert is complete without Homemade Whipped Cream Topping.

Serving the cherry and apple golden crumble.

Ingredients

Apple and Cherry Filling:

Baking Apples such as Honey Crisp or Granny Smith. You want an apple that doesn't get mushy when baking.
Sour Cherries - I got these beauties from a friend who picks them in her back yard and freezes them. But you can use drained canned cherries (NOT cherry pie filling) or frozen ones.

Crumble Topping:

Brown Sugar
Old Fashioned Oats - in a pinch, you can use quick oats
All Purpose Flour - Thickens the fruit juices
Kosher Salt
Cinnamon - brings a warm flavor to the crumble.
Cold Butter - Cut into small cubes
Pecans or Walnuts, optional

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ingredients needed to make apple and cherry crumble.

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Instructions

Peel, core and slice the apples. Place in the bottom of a 9x9 baking dish.
Stir in drained cherries.
In a medium bowl, stir together the brown sugar, old-fashioned oats, all-purpose flour, and cinnamon. Add the cold butter cubes. Squish the butter between your fingertips, coating them with the oats mixture until crumbly.
Pour the crumble mixture over the fruits. Spreading it evenly.
Bake until the crumble is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Serve with ice cream or Homemade Whipped Cream Topping, if desired.

Hint: If you find your apples are turning brown while making the crumble, add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to the fruit and toss.

Slicing the apples and placing them in the baking dish.

Slicing the cold butter and adding it to the crumble mixture.

Substitutions & Variations

Apples and Cherries: Use any fruit combination you like -- Pears, peaches, cherries, blueberries, blackberries, gooseberries, rhubarb, etc all make great combinations.
Flour: Swap all-purpose with whole wheat for a nuttier flavor, or use a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
Oats: Use quick oats for a finer texture, or leave them out entirely for a more shortbread-style crumble.
Sugar: Switch brown sugar for white sugar, coconut sugar, or even maple sugar for a different sweetness.
Butter: Margarine or coconut oil works in place of butter (though butter gives the best flavor).

See this Peach Praline version on my website.

Storage

Store leftover pie tightly covered at room temperature for up to 2 days. Or, store in the fridge up to 5 days.

Top Tip

Got fruit that's past its prime? Toss it in! This crumble loves a mix-apples, cherries, berries, peaches. Helps to avoid food waste and save money.

FAQ

Can I use other fruits in this crumble recipe?

Absolutely! Use any fruits you have on hand. I've never met a mix I didn't like.

Can I make Fruit Crumble ahead of time?

Sure can! Just assemble it ahead, cover and refrigerate it. Bake just before serving. Make sure to toss a little lemon juice in with the apples to prevent them from browning before assembling.

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Serving juicy Cherry and Apple crumble served on a white plate.

Food Safety

Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
Wash hands after touching raw meat
Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
Never leave cooking food unattended

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.