Apple and Cranberry Crumble Recipe
Indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet apples and tangy cranberries with this apple and cranberry crumble recipe by Gordon Ramsay. This dessert is a crowd-pleaser, with its crispy crumble topping, caramelized pureed apples, and zesty lemon zest. The crumble starts with a light caramel base made by gently cooking apples, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. The addition of dried cranberries adds a chewy texture and a burst of flavor. The crumble mix is a perfect balance of flour, cinnamon, Demerara sugar, and butter, with a twist of muesli or crunchy granola for extra crunchiness. Once assembled, the crumble is baked until golden brown, with the caramel bubbling deliciously around the edges. Serve this delightful apple and cranberry crumble warm, topped with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, for the ultimate comfort dessert experience.
Ingredients:
- Apples (4, sliced)
- Cranberries (1/2 cup, dried)
- Sugar (2 tablespoons)
- Cinnamon (1 teaspoon)
- Vanilla (1 teaspoon)
- Lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
- Lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- Flour (1 cup)
- Demerara sugar (2 tablespoons)
- Butter (1/2 cup)
- Muesli or crunchy granola (1/2 cup)
Cooking steps:
- Prepare the apple base by gently cooking sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla in a pan.
- Once the apples have softened and caramelized, remove from heat and add dried cranberries, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, Demerara sugar, and butter to make the crumble mixture. Add muesli or crunchy granola for extra texture.
- Spread the apple and cranberry mixture in a baking dish, and sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly on top.
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius. Once heated, place the crumble in the oven and bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the caramel is bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the delicious apple and cranberry crumble with your favorite toppings, such as ice cream or whipped cream.