Let’s give your favorite apple crumble a festive little twist!
Cranberry Apple Crumble brings together the best flavors of fall in one cozy dessert.
Tart Granny Smith apples and sweet dried cranberries are tossed with brown sugar, warm cinnamon, and a splash of vanilla. Top this fruity filling with a golden, crispy crumble made with coconut oil and a hint of almond extract.
This easy crumble is perfect for when you need a simple dessert that feels special. Plus, it’s naturally dairy-free (and can be made gluten-free!).
Top a warm bowl with vanilla ice cream and watch it melt into all the nooks and crannies. Pure autumn bliss. 🍎
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Easy Assembly
Just toss the filling ingredients together, mix up a quick crumble topping, and pop it in the oven. No fancy techniques required!
Flexible Recipe
You can easily adjust this crumble based on dietary needs or what you have in your pantry. Use coconut oil or regular butter if you prefer. Regular or gluten-free flour both work great.
Make-Ahead Friendly
This dessert reheats beautifully. Make it ahead and warm it up when you’re ready to serve.
Cranberry Apple Crumble Ingredients
For the Filling:
Granny Smith apples
Their tartness balances perfectly with the sweet brown sugar. Make sure to peel and slice them evenly for the best texture.
Dried cranberries
These add a burst of tartness and beautiful color to the filling.
Brown sugar
The molasses in brown sugar adds depth and helps create a caramelized sauce.
Cinnamon & Salt
Classic warm spices make this dessert extra cozy.
Vanilla extract
Just a splash brings out all the other flavors.
For the Crumble Topping:
Coconut oil (melted)
Coconut oil creates a perfectly crispy topping while keeping the dessert dairy-free. You can substitute melted butter if you prefer.
Flour
Use regular all-purpose flour or your favorite gluten-free flour blend.
Brown sugar
More sweet, caramel goodness!
Almond extract
This secret ingredient adds a subtle sugar cookie flavor that takes the crumble to the next level.
Cinnamon
Because you can never have too much cinnamon in a fall dessert.
How To Make Cranberry Apple Crumble
1
Prep the filling.
Peel and slice your Granny Smith apples into even pieces, about 1/4 inch thick. Add them to a large bowl along with the dried cranberries, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until all the fruit is evenly coated.
2
Transfer to your baking dish
Pour the cran-apple filling mixture into a 3 ½ quart baking dish. Spread it into an even layer.
3
Make the crumble
In a separate bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, flour, brown sugar, almond extract, and cinnamon. Mix until you get a loose, crumbly texture. You should be able to squeeze it into clumps with your fingers.
4
Top it off
Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over your fruit filling.
5
Bake.
Pop your dish into the preheated 350°F oven. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and you can see the fruit filling bubbling around the edges.
6
Enjoy à la mode!
Let the crumble cool for just a few minutes (we’re going for warm, not tongue-scorching!). Scoop into bowls and top with vanilla ice cream. Watch it melt into all those nooks and crannies. Pure dessert bliss! 🍎 🍨
FAQs
What's the difference between apple cobbler and apple crumble?
A cobbler has a biscuit-like topping, while a crumble is topped with a crispy mixture of flour, sugar, and butter or oil. Both are delicious, but crumbles are usually easier to make!
What makes a good crumble topping?
The secret is in getting the right texture. You want the topping loose enough to create crispy bits, but still clumping when squeezed. Pro tip: don’t pack it down when adding it to your fruit — those loose pieces make the best crunchy texture!
Why make a crumble instead of a pie?
Crumbles are so much more forgiving than pies. No fussy crust to worry about. Just toss together your filling, mix up the topping, and bake. Perfect for when you need dessert ASAP!
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble the crumble and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking. Or bake it ahead and reheat individual portions in the microwave.
Can I use fresh cranberries?
Nope, this recipe is designed for dried cranberries!.
What's the best way to reheat leftovers?
Individual portions reheat beautifully in the microwave. For larger amounts, cover with foil and warm in a 350°F oven until heated through.
How do I store leftover apple cranberry crumble?
Cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Other Fruit Crumbles
For a taste of summer anytime…
Peach Crumble hits different when you’re craving sunshine. Use fresh peaches or grab a bag of frozen ones. Either way, the combo of juicy peaches and crispy topping is pure magic.
When you can’t choose just one berry…
Mixed Berry Crumble might be for you! Raspberries, blackberries, blueberries — throw ’em all in there.
When you need a classic…
Easy Apple Crumble is like the little black dress of desserts. Simple, reliable, and always a good choice.
Cranberry Apple Crumble
- Total Time: 1 hour
Description
Let’s give your favorite apple crumble a festive little twist!Cranberry Apple Crumble brings together the best flavors of fall in one cozy dessert.Tart Granny Smith apples and sweet dried cranberries are tossed with brown sugar, warm cinnamon, and a splash of vanilla. Top this fruity filling with a golden, crispy crumble made with coconut oil and a hint of almond extract.This easy crumble is perfect for when you need a simple dessert that feels special. Plus, it’s naturally dairy-free (and can be made gluten-free!).Top a warm bowl with vanilla ice cream and watch it melt into all the nooks and crannies. Pure autumn bliss. 🍎
Ingredients
- 6 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the crumble topping:
- ½ cup coconut oil, melted (melted butter can also be used if not dairy free)
- 1 ¼ cups flour (gluten free or regular)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Add the apple slices, cranberries, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt and vanilla extract to a bowl and stir to combine. Transfer the filling into a 3 ½ quart baking dish of choice.
- Add all of the crumble topping ingredients into a separate bowl and stir to create a crumble consistency. Evenly top the prepared cranberry apple filling with the crumble.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the crumble is golden brown and the filling is bubbly and caramelized.
- Serve warm topped with vanilla ice cream and enjoy!
Notes
- Nutritional information for this recipe is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 341
- Sugar: 29.8mg
- Fat: 6.9g
- Saturated Fat: 5.5g
- Carbohydrates: 62.9g
- Protein: 2.8g
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