Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 cup

Oats, not instant

0.33 cup

Brown sugar

0.33 cup

Flour

0.33 cup

Almonds

chopped

0.33 cup

Butter

soft

1.5 cup

Cranberries

coarsely chopped

8 unit

Apples

peeled, cored and thinly sliced

1 cup

Brown sugar

2 tbsp

Flour

1 tsp

Cinnamon

0.5 tsp

Nutmeg

0.25 cup

Orange liqueur

1 tsp

Vanilla

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Prepare the topping: In a bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, flour, and chopped almonds.

Step 3
~5 min

Add softened butter and mix until the mixture is crumbly.

Step 4
~5 min

Set the topping aside.

Step 5
~5 min

Prepare the fruit mixture: In a large bowl, combine coarsely chopped cranberries, peeled and thinly sliced apples, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Step 6
~5 min

Stir in orange liqueur (or orange juice) and vanilla extract.

Step 7
~5 min

Divide the fruit mixture evenly among 8 oven-proof coffee mugs or ramekins.

Step 8
~5 min

Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over the fruit mixture in each mug or ramekin.

Step 9
~5 min

Place the mugs or ramekins on a cookie sheet.

Step 10
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is tender.

Step 11
~5 min

Serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a variety of apple types for a more complex flavor.

Add a pinch of salt to the fruit mixture to enhance the sweetness.

Let the crisps cool slightly before serving to prevent burning your mouth.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The fruit mixture and topping can be prepared ahead of time and stored separately.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream

Top with whipped cream

Drizzle with caramel sauce

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Whipped Cream
Caramel Sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

A classic comfort food dessert, often associated with autumn and harvest time.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall Harvest Festivals

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Fall
Thanksgiving
Christmas

Popularity Score

75/100