I know we try hard not to turn on the oven during the summer, but my strawberry crumble recipe makes it worth it boos. You can make it all year round, but it’s even better when strawberries are in season. The filling is so easy to make, and when it starts to thicken and bubble under that brown sugar crumble topping… The smell is heavenly, y’all. I be standing there trying not to open the oven door and dig in early! But it’s best to let it cool and add a fat scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Get into it!
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How to Make Strawberry Crumble
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1. Toss together the strawberry filling ingredients in a bowl evenly coat
Let the mixture sit briefly so the strawberries start releasing their juices.
2. Whisk together the crumble dry ingredients in a separate bowl
Mix until fully combined.
3. Pour in the melted butter and stir until clumps form
The mixture should look crumbly, not sandy.
4. Pour the strawberry filling into a pie plate
Spread it out evenly.
5. Sprinkle the brown sugar crumble evenly over the strawberries
Lightly press larger clumps together.
6. Bake the strawberry crumble until the filling is bubbling around the edges
Make sure the topping is golden brown. Let it cool slightly before serving so the filling thickens.
PRO TIP: If you want that topping to bake up extra crisp, pop the crumble in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes before sprinkling it over the strawberries.
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Ingredients
For the Strawberry Filling
- 3 cups strawberries washed, hulled, and sliced
- 1 tablespoon orange juice or lemon juice
- ⅓ -½ cup granulated sugar depending on sweetness
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
For the Crumble Topping
- ⅓ cup melted salted butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt optional but recommended
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Place the pie plate on a rimmed baking sheet (important, it will bubble).
- In a large bowl, toss together the strawberries, citrus juice, granulated sugar, salt, vanilla, and cornstarch until evenly coated. Let sit for 5 minutes to start releasing juices.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, flour, and salt. Pour in melted butter and stir until clumps form. It should look crumbly, not sandy.
- Pour the strawberry mixture into the 8-inch pie plate, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the top, lightly pressing larger clumps together.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until filling is bubbling around the edges and topping is golden brown.
- Cool slightly (10-15 minutes) before serving so the filling thickens.
Notes
How to Store
- Fridge: Cover the crumble tightly with foil or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. The topping will soften a bit, but the flavor is still real good, boos.
- Freezer: Let the crumble cool completely, then wrap the whole dish tightly with plastic wrap and foil or store portions in freezer-safe containers. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Reheating: Warm it in a 325°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. You can also microwave individual portions, but the topping won’t stay as crisp.
Nutrition
Recipe Tips
- Choose good strawberries, boos. Pick firm berries with bright color and fresh green tops. If they look dull or mushy, leave them at the store.
- Don’t overmix the crumble. Stir just until clumps form. If you keep mixing, you will end up with sandy crumbs instead of buttery chunks.
- Use ALL the topping. I’ve tested this strawberry crisp recipe plenty of times, and the crumble-to-filling ratio is perfect. Don’t be shy piling it on!
- Mix up the berries! You can also use blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries for this crumble. They all bake down into a nice jammy filling.
Recipe Help
Fo sho, boos! Divide the strawberry filling between small ramekins and sprinkle the crumble on top. Place them on a baking sheet and bake at the same temperature. Start checking around 20-25 minutes. Smaller portions bake faster!
Yep! Just thaw them first and drain them well so they don’t water down the filling. Fresh strawberries are always superior, tho!
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Would the timing be the same if you use a big pan like a 9 x 13?
Hi Marie, I have not tested this recipe in a 9×13 but I would assume it would be similar for the time, I would start checking it at 30 minutes and if not done, every 5 minutes until it’s golden. Hope that helps!
Can I make this but substitute green apples?
Sure, you will need to increase the cook time by 10-20 minutes since apples are harder than strawberries.
Can this be made in a different size pan instead of individually? If so, what size?
Hi Cha, you could probably fit it all in an 8×11 or 9×13.
I did not have strawberries but enough blueberries and raspberries that I took a chance on as a substitute. The recipe worked great. I even substituted the sugar for monkfruit sweetener and also the brown sugar for golden sweetener (I learned that from Brandi with Stay Snatched! This recipe worked perfectly. I believe I could have added even more fruit since the blueberries and raspberries are small, but it was absolutely delicious and the consistency was perfect also. Baked for 30 minutes!
I love this dessert. I made this for family and friends and they loved it! It’s so easy and quick I cooked mine for 20 minutes instead of 30 minutes. Very delicious! Mrs. Jocelyn “You Rock!”
I just made this recipe yesterday for a seasonal challenge with strawberries. Oh wow!! It’s a perfect summer dessert, with a delicious fruity flavour. The melting ice cream, with the crunchy crumble and gooey strawberries are a combination made in heaven. The recipe delivers exactly what its supposed to. Definitely will be making again.
Quick, simple, and absolutely delicious! Great to use up some past perfect strawberries. I had extra topping so I grabbed two peaches and used the same filling recipe and it worked perfectly. Can’t wait to make for company or on a weeknight for an easy, tasty dessert.
Is 2 oz ramekin correct? Wouldn’t that only be about 2 TB.
Can I use unsalted butter instead? Thanks
Sure yep!
Ok. So your little girl is the cutest thing everrrrrr lol. Just adorable. That strawberry crumble is on my list to make STAT! Too many great recipes you have. So little time to make them all!! Thanks for sharing. Have a wonderful Easter.