Berry Crumble — Mixed Berry Almond Topping
A warm, comforting berry crumble with a nutty almond twist. The perfect dessert for showcasing summer's fresh berries.
Berry Crumble — Mixed Berry Almond Topping
A warm, comforting berry crumble with a nutty almond twist. The perfect dessert for showcasing summer's fresh berries.
Key move
Don't overbake; the berries should be bubbling and the crumble golden brown.
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The Setup
- Large Bowl
- Medium Bowl
- Baking Dish8-inch square
- Pastry BlenderOptional
The Mise en Place
5 of 8Your prep station before cooking begins
Filling (0/3)
Topping (0/5)
Crumble topping is too dry.
Add a tablespoon or two of melted butter to the topping and mix until moistened.
Crumble topping is browning too quickly.
Cover the baking dish loosely with foil during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
Chef's Notes
For an extra crisp topping, toast the almond mixture lightly before adding it to the berries. This prevents sogginess.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of fresh whipped cream for a classic pairing.
Prepare the berry filling and the almond topping separately up to 2 days in advance. Assemble and bake just before serving.
The Method
PREHEAT
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Oven is preheated to 375°F (190°C).
MIX
In a large bowl, gently mix together the mixed berries (6 cups), granulated sugar (½ cups), and lemon juice (1 tbsp).
Berries, sugar, and lemon juice are combined.
TRANSFER
Transfer the berry mixture to an 8-inch square baking dish.
Berry mixture is in the baking dish.
COMBINE
Prep aheadIn a separate bowl, combine the almond flour (1 cup), all-purpose flour (½ cups), and brown sugar (½ cups).
Dry ingredients for the topping are combined.
CUT
Prep aheadCut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Topping mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
STIR
Prep aheadStir in the almond extract (½ tsp).
Almond extract is incorporated into the topping mixture.
SPRINKLE
Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the berry mixture.
Crumble topping is evenly distributed over the berries.
BAKE
Bake for 30 minutes, or until the berries are bubbling and the crumble topping is golden brown.
Berries are bubbling and the crumble topping is golden brown.
COOL
Let cool slightly before serving.
Crumble has cooled slightly.
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