Deliciously Moist & Sweet Homemade Blueberry Crumble
Deliciously Moist & Sweet Homemade Blueberry Crumble
Easy Homemade Blueberry Crumble Recipe Using July’s Seasonal Blueberries
Experience the delightful harmony of juicy, tart blueberries and a perfectly crisp, buttery crumble topping! This blueberry crumble, made with fresh July seasonal blueberries, boasts a taste and appearance that rivals any store-bought dessert. It’s an incredibly simple recipe that anyone can follow, allowing you to enjoy a delightful dessert right in your own home, perfect for creating a cozy cafe vibe. This guaranteed crowd-pleaser is so delicious, you might find yourself constantly asked to make it again! (I’ve already received requests for two more batches shortly after making this!)
Crumble Ingredients- 1 cup All-purpose flour (approx. 120g)
- 3 Tbsp Almond flour (approx. 30g)
- 5 Tbsp Brown sugar (approx. 75g)
- 4 Tbsp Cold butter (approx. 80g), cut into small cubes
- 1 cup Blueberries (approx. 150g)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, in a bowl for the crumble, combine the all-purpose flour, almond flour, and brown sugar. For the butter, ensure it’s cold and instead of scooping it in large chunks, cut it into small cubes, about 1cm in size. This makes it much easier to mix with the dry ingredients.
Step 2
Before the butter melts, quickly use your hands to rub and combine the dry ingredients with the butter. Gently rub the mixture with your fingertips. It’s important to work quickly so the butter doesn’t melt, and to achieve a texture where each ingredient is distinct and resembles fine crumbs, rather than a cohesive dough.
Step 3
If the mixture seems too dry or has large butter chunks, don’t worry! Assess the consistency and gradually add a bit more all-purpose flour or almond flour. Gently mix with your hands until it forms fine crumbs. The key to success here is using cold butter from the start.
Step 4
Take about two-thirds of the crumble mixture and place it into your oven-safe dish. Press it down firmly with your hands or the back of a measuring cup to create an even, compact base. You can enjoy it as is, or chill it before slicing. Lining the bottom with parchment paper will make it much easier to remove later.
Step 5
In the same bowl where you mixed the remaining crumble ingredients, gently toss the blueberries. Be careful not to crush the berries. Then, carefully sprinkle this blueberry mixture over the pressed crumble base in the dish. The goal is to cover it loosely and naturally, without disturbing the base too much.
Step 6
Preheat your air fryer to 170°C (340°F) and bake the blueberry crumble for about 25 minutes. It’s ready when the top turns a lovely golden brown. If using a conventional oven, bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30-35 minutes.
Step 7
Enjoying the warm, freshly baked blueberry crumble directly from the dish with a spoon is a wonderful experience. There’s a special charm to savoring it while it’s still hot!
Step 8
Tip: If your blueberry crumble crumbles apart when you try to slice it, it’s likely because it’s still warm. It’s perfectly delicious to scoop and eat with a spoon when hot! However, if you desire neat, cake-like slices similar to store-bought versions, avoid slicing it immediately after baking. Instead, let it cool in the refrigerator until the filling firms up. Once chilled and firm, you’ll be able to cut it into beautiful, presentable squares. This incredibly simple dessert, requiring only about 5 minutes of preparation before baking in the air fryer, is now complete. Enjoy your delicious homemade blueberry crumble!
