Revel in the delightful blend of textures and flavors with this Divine Crumbly Fruit Crumble Pie, your new go-to recipe for a comforting dessert. This pie features a buttery, crumbly crust filled with a sweet and tangy mix of homemade grated apple and fresh blueberries, all topped with a golden-brown crumble. Served warm with a scoop of ice cream, this dessert is a true pleasure for the senses, offering a perfect end to any meal.
Why You'll Love This: The contrast between the warm, juicy fruit center and the cold ice cream makes every bite an experience to savor. The use of fresh blueberries and homemade apple filling adds a natural sweetness and a burst of flavor that complements the buttery crust beautifully. The simplicity of the ingredients and the method of preparation ensures that this pie is not only delicious but also a joy to make.
Perfect Occasion: This fruit crumble pie is perfect for a cozy family dinner, a festive holiday gathering, or as a special treat to enjoy on a lazy weekend afternoon. It's also an excellent choice for a potluck or a casual dessert night with friends. The warm, inviting aroma of baking apples and cinnamon is sure to draw everyone to the kitchen.
Decoration Tips: For an extra touch of elegance and flavor, sprinkle almond flakes over the pie before its final minutes in the oven, allowing them to toast slightly. After baking, a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel sauce can elevate this simple dessert to a celebration-worthy dish. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color.
Ingredients:
- 400g all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 80g sugar
- A pinch of salt
- 1 whole egg + 1 egg yolk
- 200g cold butter
- Additional:
- 2 jars of grated apples (homemade preferred)
- 200g blueberries
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions:
- Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, eggs, and butter in a mixer bowl. Use a paddle attachment or knead by hand until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Divide the dough into three parts; press two parts into a 28x19 cm baking dish and refrigerate the third part.
- Pre-bake the base in a preheated oven at 180°C for 15 minutes.
- Mix the grated apples with blueberries and spread over the pre-baked base.
- Grate the refrigerated dough part on the large holes of a grater and sprinkle evenly over the fruit layer.
- Bake in the oven at 180°C for an additional 40-45 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly, then serve warm with ice cream. Sprinkle with almond flakes and cinnamon.
Enjoy this blissful fruit crumble pie, a dessert that's as satisfying to make as it is to eat!