cherry crumble (using fresh fruit)

Greenwood, FL
Updated on Jun 9, 2013

This is a wonderful recipe that my late husband's mother in London used to make for their family. I was able to get the recipe from her. It has become a HUGE hit here at any gathering or occasion!

prep time 45 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Bake
yield 6 - 8

Ingredients

  • 1 cup flour, sifted (1/2 white unbleached, 1/2 whole wheat)
  • 1/4 cup oatmeal, uncooked
  • 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted

How To Make cherry crumble (using fresh fruit)

  • Step 1
    stir together flour, oatmeal, brown sugar, pecans, melted butter and cinnamon until crumbly.
  • Step 2
    Combine sugar, cornstarch, water and vanilla, stirring until smooth. Add cherries and cook until mixture becomes thick and clear.
  • Step 3
    Pour cherry sauce into oven proof bowl. Top with crumble mixture on top of the sauce.
  • Step 4
    Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Variation: Use Blueberries or rhubarb instead of cherries! Peaches, apples, strawberries. Most any fresh fruit can be used.

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Category: Pies
Keyword: #tart
Keyword: #cherry
Keyword: #rhubarb
Keyword: #blueberry
Keyword: #crumble
Ingredient: Fruit
Method: Bake
Culture: English

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