Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
200 g

Rolled Oats

230 g

Plain Flour

1 tsp

Ground Cinnamon

170 g

Butter

150 g

Sugar

2 tsp

Vanilla Extract

450 g

Raspberries

150 g

Sugar

2 tsp

Lemon Juice

45 g

Cornflour/Starch

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 160 degrees C (gas mark 2).

Step 2
~3 min

Line a 13 x 8 inch baking tin with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~3 min

Combine rolled oats, flour, cinnamon, butter, and sugar in a mixing bowl.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 4
~3 min

Mix with a hand or stand mixer until a breadcrumb consistency is achieved.

Step 5
~3 min

Reserve a few tablespoons of oats for the topping.

Step 6
~3 min

Press two-thirds of the mixture into the prepared tin to form the base.

Step 7
~3 min

Blend raspberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornflour until smooth.

Step 8
~3 min

Spread the raspberry mixture evenly over the base.

Step 9
~3 min

Stir the reserved oats into the remaining crumble mixture.

Step 10
~3 min

Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the raspberry filling.

Step 11
~3 min

Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Step 12
~3 min

Remove from the oven and mark into slices while still warm.

Step 13
~3 min

Let cool completely in the tin before serving.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve as a cake bar or with ice cream or custard.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a mix of berries for a more complex flavor.

Adjust sugar to taste depending on the sweetness of the berries.

Let the crumble cool completely before cutting to prevent it from falling apart.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Warm with custard

Cold as a snack

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Custard

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United Kingdom

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often associated with afternoon tea.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Snack
Dessert
Afternoon Tea
Brunch

Popularity Score

75/100

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