FIG AND WALNUT CRUMBLE with jam, a delicious dessert for Sunday, an autumn recipe to make in no time, perfect for baking in the oven or air fryer.
How many times do you crave a homemade, aromatic dessert that tastes like autumn without spending half a day at the stove? It happened to me recently: I needed a quick dessert for Sunday, something special yet simple. That’s how it was born: the fig and walnut crumble with jam.
A dessert that encapsulates all the magic of the season: the crunchiness of walnuts, the sweetness of figs, and the soft heart of jam. It is prepared in no time, cooked in both the traditional oven and air fryer, and is perfect to serve as a Sunday cake, for an autumn snack, or as a breakfast dessert.
If you are looking for a quick, autumnal, and irresistible dessert, the fig and walnut crumble with jam is the answer. Easy to prepare, fragrant, and versatile, it’s the perfect dessert to make Sunday’s special or any moment when you want to pamper yourself.
And trust me: after trying it, it will become one of your favorite autumn recipes.
Join me in the kitchen today, there’s fig and walnut crumble with jam.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 6-8
- Cooking methods: Oven, Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Summer, Autumn
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour (the one you usually use)
- 1 egg
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 7 tbsp butter
- 1 pinch salt
- Half teaspoon baking powder
- jam
- 6 walnuts
- 10 oz figs
Steps
Prepare the crumble dough, pour the flour into a bowl, add the baking powder, sugar, egg, and cold butter in pieces, and work the mixture with your fingers.
Pour the mixture into a 9-inch pan lined with paper, add the jam, peeled figs, and chopped walnuts.
Cover with the crumbs, bake at 350°F for 25 minutes or air fry at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Bon appétit
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FIG AND WALNUT CRUMBLE with jam
This crumble is not the usual cake: it’s a treat that combines taste, practicality, and well-being.
Autumnal and seasonal dessert: enhances fresh figs and walnuts.
Easy and quick: ready in less than an hour, without complicated techniques.
Versatile: you can bake it in the oven or air fryer.
Perfect for any occasion: breakfast, snack, after-meal, or Sunday dessert.
If you want to personalize your crumble, here are some tasty ideas:
Use a fig jam for an even more intense flavor, or try with apricot or pear preserves.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla to the dough for a cozy scent.
Replace some of the walnuts with hazelnuts or almonds to vary the crunchiness.
Want an extra touch? Complete with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
How to serve fig and walnut crumble with jam
Serve it warm to enhance the contrast between the crunchy crust and the soft jam.
Accompany it with a cup of hot tea or a cappuccino for breakfast.
Bring it to the table as a Sunday dessert, already cut into squares to make it practical and delicious.
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FAQ FIG AND WALNUT CRUMBLE with jam
Can I make the fig and walnut crumble in advance?
Yes, and it’s even better the next day as the flavors meld better.
Is it better to bake it in the oven or air fryer?
Both options are perfect: in the oven, you get a traditional and even bake, in the air fryer it’s faster and more practical.
Can it be made gluten-free?
Sure! Just substitute the flour with a gluten-free mix suitable for sweets.
Which jam to use in the crumble?
The classic is with fig jam, but you can experiment with different preserves like apricot, berries, or pear.
Does it keep well?
Yes, the crumble stays great for 2-3 days if kept under a glass dome or in an airtight container.
