This strawberry crumble is made with fresh strawberries, and topped with a crispy and buttery oat crumble and vanilla ice cream.
This easy strawberry crumble recipe takes only 10 minutes of preparation and is super easy to make! Every time I have lots of fresh strawberries to use up I make this recipe because it's SO good!
This easy strawberry crisp recipe can easily turn into gluten-free or dairy-free. This recipe will light up your day and is the perfect way to use the ripe strawberries you have lying around.
This classic dessert is made by layering fresh strawberries mixture in a baking dish, and topping them with a mixture of flour, oats, butter, and sugar.
The result is a warm and comforting treat that is perfect for any occasion. Crumble can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent touch.
For more strawberry recipes, check out our strawberry danish, strawberry brownies, strawberry filled cupcakes, strawberry shortcake cake.
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Why this recipe works
- Time- This recipe takes 10 minutes to prep from start to finish and is great if you need to make a delicious dessert but your are short in time.
- Strawberry loaded- This strawberry crumble is loaded with juicy strawberries and is perfect for real strawberry lovers! Also, if you have a lot of fresh strawberries to use up, this is the perfect recipe!
- Versatile- You can add your favorite fruits to this crumble and add your favorite add ins like nuts, chocolate, and spices!
- Serve with vanilla ice cream- This warm crumble is topped with vanilla ice cream which creates the most delicious warm and cold combination.
- Crumble topping- The topping is the most delicious crunchy and buttery crumble topping that makes this dessert irresistible.
What is a strawberry crumble?
A strawberry crumble is a two-layer dessert made with lots of fresh or frozen strawberries and topped with streusel-like crumbly toppings which is made with a simple mixture of oats, flour, butter, and sugar.
While it bakes, the strawberries turn into a delicious layer of saucy and juicy warm strawberries that go perfectly with the crunchy crumble topping.
Ingredients
Before you start to make this recipe, measure and prepare your ingredients so the cooking process will go smoothly and easily.
Full measurements are in the recipe card below.
For the filling
Strawberries- wash your strawberries really well and dry them with paper towels. Then cut them in halves.
Cornstarch- cornstarch will help the strawberry mixture to thicken up and stop the mixture from turning watery.
Orange zest- adds a delicious flavor and aroma, you can use lemon zest instead.
Granulated sugar- I suggest tasting your strawberries before adding the sugar. If they are very sweet, add ½ of the sugar written in the recipe.
Vanilla extract- adds extra flavor. You can use almond extract or strawberry extract as well.
For the crumble topping
Flour– we used all-purpose flour for this recipe, self-rising flour, and cake flour will work great as well.
Rolled oats- also known as old fashion oats, keep their shape during baking. Make sure your use gluten-free oats if you need gluten-free oats. You can use quick oats or steel-cut oats.
Cinnamon- optional, but gives a delicious flavor to this crisp.
Butter- use unsalted butter for this recipe. Only butter will work for this recipe, no margarine, and no coconut oil.
Brown sugar- adds a caramelly flavor and tastes great with cinnamon. You will need ¾ cup brown sugar.
Kosher salt- you will need about ½ teaspoon of kosher salt for this recipe.
Instructions
Preheat oven to 200c (400f) and prepare a pie dish on the side.
Wash and dry your strawberries. Remove the stem and cut each strawberry in half. Add the strawberries to a large mixing bowl along with granulated sugar, cornstarch, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
Mix with a wooden spoon until you can't see the cornstarch and the strawberries are well coated.
Make the crumble topping. Into a medium mixing bowl, add the flour, brown sugar, kosher salt, cinnamon, and rolled oats. Mix with a spoon until well combined.
Pour the melted butter and mix with a spoon until well combined.
Pour the strawberry mixture into a 9-inch pan (i used a pie dish) and smooth it into an even layer using a spoon.
Top the strawberries with the crumb topping using your clean hands to distribute the mixture evenly.
Bake in a 200c (400f) preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes (depending on the oven) or until the oat topping is golden brown and the strawberries are bubbly.
Serve warm with a large scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Start with fresh and ripe strawberries for the best flavor in your strawberry crumble. Look for berries that are plump, bright red, and fragrant to ensure a delicious result.
- Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the strawberry filling in your baking dish to ensure every bite has that delightful combination of fruity filling and crunchy topping.
- Bake your strawberry crumble at a moderate temperature until the top is golden brown and crisp, and the fruit is bubbling underneath - this ensures a perfect texture contrast.
- Taste your strawberries before adding sugar to them. If your strawberries are very sweet, you can add less sugar to the strawberry mixture.
- Allow the crisp to cool for 20 to 30 minutes before serving it. This step will allow the filling to thicken up and be more delicious!
- Measure your flour correctly! When measuring your flour, avoid scooping it with a measuring cup. Instead, stir the flour with a spoon to create as many air pockets as possible, and spoon it into your measuring cup. Finally, level it with a back of a knife.
Faq's
I like using fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture, but you can use canned strawberries in syrup if it's not the season. Skip the sugar if you are using canned strawberries in syrup.
Yes! Thaw the strawberries halfway so you can cut them in half. Follow the instructions as written.
Yes! You can double or triple this recipe using our recipe card below. If you double or triple this recipe, I recommend making this crumble in a 9 by 13-inch pan.
To keep crumble crispy, it is important to store it properly. Make sure to store the crumble in an airtight container at room temperature. Avoid storing it in the refrigerator as the moisture can make the crumble soggy.
If you want to reheat the crumble, do so in an oven or toaster oven to help retain its crispiness.
A successful crumble starts with a buttery, crisp topping made from a mixture of flour, sugar, and oats.
Additionally, choosing high-quality fruits that are ripe and flavorful can elevate the overall taste of the dish.
Lastly, baking the crumble at the right temperature for the right amount of time is crucial to achieving that golden-brown crust while keeping the fruit filling luscious and juicy.
Storing
Let the crisp cool completely to room temperature, cover it with a plastic wrap tightly, and store it in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Make it ahead
To make this dessert ahead of time, make the crisp mixture and place it in a bowl, then cover it tightly with plastic wrap and store it for up to 2 days.
When you are ready to bake, mix together the strawberry mixture and top it with the crumble mixture and bake according to the instructions.
Freezing
I do not recommend freezing fruit crumble since the crumble topping will become soggy and the fruits will release water and will make your dessert soggy and watery.
Substitutions
Dairy-free- to make this crisp dairy-free and vegan, replace the butter with vegan butter.
Gluten-free- to make this recipe gluten-free, replace the flour with gluten-free flour and make sure that you are using gluten-free oats.
Variations
Spices- add your favorite spices for crumble! Like nutmeg, cloves, ginger, etc.
Healthy- you can easily make this crumble into a healthy recipe by swapping the sugar with agave or honey. Also, you can replace the flour with almond flour or oat flour for more fiber and protein.
Individuals- make these into individual strawberry crisps by dividing the mixture and baking them into little ceramic soufflé ramekins. Make sure that you keep an eye on that they won't burn.
Fruit- spice up this recipe and add your favorite fruit to the strawberry mixture. This will give this dessert a new flavor!
Rhubarb- add rhubarb for a strawberry rhubarb crisp.
Nuts- add your favorite nuts to the crumb mixture. I love adding chopped pecans or sliced almonds. Toasting them will make the flavor pop!
Lemon juice- it is very common to add a splash of freshly juiced lemon juice to the fruit mixture. I didn't do it for this recipe, but you can add 2 tablespoon of lemon juice to make this more sour balance the sweet flavor, and add a little tang.
Serving tips
Whipped cream- you can make a quick freshly made whipped cream by whipping ½ cup of heavy whipping cream, along with 2 tablespoon of powdered sugar or granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whip until stiff peaks form.
Ice cream- I love eating this crisp with vanilla ice cream. You can use your favorite brand or flavor of ice cream for this!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl (set of 3)
- Whisk Set (pack of 3) to whisk the ingredients together
- Ice cream scoop
- Pie dish
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📖 Recipe
The Best Strawberry Crumble
Ingredients
- 5 cups Strawberries
- 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
- ½ cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
Crumble
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- ¾ cup Flour all purpose
- ¾ cup Brown sugar dark or light sugar will work
- ¾ teaspoon Cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ cup Butter unsalted, melted
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 200c (400f) and prepare a 9-inch pie dish.
- Wash and dry your strawberries. Remove the stem and cut each strawberry in half. Add the strawberries to a large mixing bowl along with granulated sugar, cornstarch, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
- Mix with a wooden spoon until you can't see the cornstarch and the strawberries are well coated.
- Make the crumble topping. Into a medium mixing bowl, add the flour, brown sugar, kosher salt, cinnamon, and rolled oats. Mix with a spoon until well combined.
- Pour the melted butter and mix with a spoon until well combined.
- Pour the strawberry mixture into a 9-inch pan (i used a pie pan) and smooth it into an even layer using a spoon.
- Top the strawberries with the crumb topping using your clean hands to distribute the mixture evenly.
- Bake in a 200c (400f) preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes (depending on the oven) or until the oat topping is golden brown and the strawberries are bubbly.
- Serve warm with a large scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and enjoy!
Notes
- Start with fresh and ripe strawberries for the best flavor in your strawberry crumble. Look for berries that are plump, bright red, and fragrant to ensure a delicious result.
- Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the strawberry filling in your baking dish to ensure every bite has that delightful combination of fruity filling and crunchy topping.
- Bake your strawberry crumble at a moderate temperature until the top is golden brown and crisp, and the fruit is bubbling underneath - this ensures a perfect texture contrast.
- Taste your strawberries before adding sugar to them. If your strawberries are very sweet, you can add less sugar to the strawberry mixture.
- Allow the crisp to cool for 20 to 30 minutes before serving it. This step will allow the filling to thicken up and be more delicious!
- Measure your flour correctly! When measuring your flour, avoid scooping it with a measuring cup. Instead, stir the flour with a spoon to create as many air pockets as possible, and spoon it into your measuring cup. Finally, level it with the back of a knife.
Gabby
was really good!!! The perfect blend of gooey and sweet. I would recommend adding a bit of lemon juice with the strawberries, and dusting the top with cinnamon.