Cherry Crumble: An Easy and Tasty Summer Dessert
A fresh and inviting dessert
The cherry season is in full swing, and there’s no better way to enjoy them than in a delicious crumble! This simple-to-make dessert is perfect for a snack or summer dessert. The crunchy pastry base is topped with a generous layer of juicy cherries, resulting in an irresistible blend of flavors.
A versatile and customizable dessert
It’s a versatile dessert that can be customized to your taste. If you prefer a more intense flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough. You can also use cherries of different varieties to create an even more interesting mix of flavors. I served the crumble with vanilla ice cream, a delight
Simple and quick recipe
The cherry crumble is an easy dessert to make, even for those with little cooking experience. The recipe requires few simple ingredients, and the preparation is quick and intuitive. Some tips: use cold butter from the fridge, be careful with the cooking of the cherries: they shouldn’t cook too much, or they will become mushy. Brush the surface of the crumble with a tablespoon of milk before baking, to make it even more golden. In just a few minutes, you’ll have a delicious dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 6People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer
- Energy 556.60 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 69.46 (g) of which sugars 44.38 (g)
- Proteins 9.16 (g)
- Fat 27.63 (g) of which saturated 11.41 (g)of which unsaturated 6.55 (g)
- Fibers 4.94 (g)
- Sodium 160.44 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 197 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Cherry Crumble Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter (cold)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 packet baking powder
- 1 tablespoon vanilla (extract)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 1/2 lbs cherries
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 lemon (zested)
Tools
- Tart Pans Paderno 47712-24 Tortiera, Non-Stick Tart and Quiche Pan, Removable Bottom, Dishwasher Safe, Aluminum and PFOA Free, 9.5 inch
- Bowls Pyrex® – Prep & Store – Set of 3 Durable Glass Bowls with Lid (0.5L – 1L – 2L) – BPA-Free
- Parchment Papers Cuki Parchment Paper Sheets 33 x 38 cm – 25 Sheets – 1 Pack
Steps
Let’s start by preparing the dough: in a bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, salt, sugar, vanilla, and egg. Add the butter in pieces and mix everything with your hands until you get large crumbs. Refrigerate
Pit the cherries and place them in a pan with the sugar, grated lemon zest, and cinnamon. Cook for 6 minutes, until they become soft. Transfer the mixture, including the juice, to a bowl, and refrigerate.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper, and spread half of the crumbled dough, pressing it with your hands. Then add the cherries and cover them with a layer of the remaining dough crumbs. Bake in a well-heated static oven, in the middle part, for about 30 minutes, or until the surface is golden. Let it cool in the pan for at least 2 hours before serving
Tips for a Perfect Cherry Crumble
To achieve a perfect cherry crumble, it’s important to use fresh, ripe cherries. Additionally, avoid overworking the dough to prevent it from becoming elastic. Finally, bake the crumble in a preheated oven until the browning is uniform. It keeps in the fridge for 3/4 days
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I use frozen cherries to make cherry crumble?
If you use frozen cherries, make sure to thaw them completely before using.
