Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 pound

carrots

peeled, trimmed, and cut into 1-inch pieces

20 unit

pineapple chunks

packed in juice or water

10 unit

mandarin oranges

packed in juice or water

1 cup

raisins

1 cup

dried cranberries

0.13 tsp

fresh ground nutmeg

0.13 tsp

ground cloves

0.5 tsp

ground allspice

0.5 tsp

ground ginger

0.5 tsp

ground cardamom

1 tsp

ground cinnamon

0.5 tsp

coarse ground salt

3 tbsp

cornstarch

3 tbsp

brown sugar

1.5 cup

old-fashioned rolled oats

0.75 cup

almonds

coarsely chopped

0.5 cup

brown sugar

0.33 cup

all-purpose flour

1 tsp

ground cinnamon

6 tbsp

cold butter

1/2-inch dice

1 unit

vanilla ice cream

for garnish

1 unit

plain yogurt

for garnish

1 unit

fresh whipped cream

for garnish

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~3 min

Peel and trim the carrots, then cut them into 1-inch pieces.

Step 3
~3 min

Place carrot pieces in a saucepan, add the reserved pineapple juice, and enough water to cover the carrots.

Step 4
~3 min

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then cook until carrots are slightly fork-tender (8-10 minutes).

Step 5
~3 min

Drain the carrots well and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 6
~3 min

Spray a 3-quart rectangular glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~3 min

Add pineapple chunks, orange segments, raisins/cranberries, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt to the carrots.

Step 8
~3 min

Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 9
~3 min

In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together cornstarch and brown sugar.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 10
~3 min

Add the reserved orange juice to the cornstarch mixture and whisk until smooth.

Step 11
~3 min

Pour the cornstarch mixture into the carrot mixture and stir to combine.

Step 12
~3 min

Spread the combined filling evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~3 min

In a medium mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped almonds, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 14
~3 min

Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.

Step 15
~3 min

Cut the cold butter into the oat mixture using a fork or pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 16
~3 min

Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the carrot mixture in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 17
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Step 18
~3 min

Let cool slightly before serving.

Step 19
~3 min

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, yogurt, or freshly whipped cream (optional).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of spice to your liking.

Add a pinch of salt to the crumble topping for a balance of flavors.

Use a combination of different nuts for the crumble topping.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as a dessert.

Serve with vanilla ice cream, yogurt, or whipped cream.

Enjoy as a comforting breakfast.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Greek yogurt
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion

Cultural Significance

Combines Western crumble with Indian spices.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Diwali

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Autumn
Winter
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

70/100