Do I need to peel the apples for the crumble?

You don’t have to peel the apples. I prefer them without skin, but it’s a personal preference.

Can I use frozen cherries?

Yes, you can use frozen cherries completely thawed and strained from excess liquid.

What is cherry apple crumble topping made of?

Staple baking ingredients transform into a delicious crumble. You only need flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and butter. I love adding cinnamon for added flavor.

Should the crumble be covered while baking?

It’s not necessary to cover the crumble. You can use aluminum foil to cover the topping if it browns too quickly.

Can I make this crumble into a pie?

You can use the apple and cherry crumble filling for a pie filling using your favorite pie crust .

Easy Cherry Apple Crumble

Name: Cherry Apple Crumble
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 140 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour; 165 g (3/4 cup) light brown sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 113 g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled; 280 g (2 cups) fresh tart cherries, pitted and halved; 500 g (4 cups) peeled and chopped apples, about 3-4 large apples; 75 g (1/3 cup) granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Description

Easy cherry apple crumble is made with fresh tart cherries and diced sweet apples topped with a simple one-bowl brown sugar crumble. This crowd-pleasing dessert is ready in just 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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Crumble Topping

140 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour
165 g (3/4 cup) light brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
113 g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled

Filling

280 g (2 cups) fresh tart cherries, pitted and halved
500 g (4 cups) peeled and chopped apples, about 3-4 large apples
75 g (1/3 cup) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons cornstarch

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F/177°C. Butter a 9x9-inch baking dish and set aside.

Crumble Topping

In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Add the butter and mix until crumbly. Set aside.

Filling

In a large mixing bowl, mix the cherries, apples, sugar, zest, lemon juice, and cornstarch until evenly combined.
Pour the filling into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer. Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the filling.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the filling is bubbling and the topping browned.
Allow the crumble to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Best Baking Apples: Fuji, Braeburn, Honeycrisp, Jonagold, and Granny Smith apples are all great options. You can mix and match the apples to your preference.
Large Batch: Double the recipe and bake in a 9x13 baking pan. Increase baking time to 40-45 minutes.
Storage: Store leftover crumble covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Pies & Crisps
Method: Baking