This apple cherry granola crumble is something you'll be making again and again.
Do you ever have those moments when you want a treat, but don't want to make a whole tray of something?
Maybe you're craving a pick me up after a long day, or a special treat for a poorly little one.
This crumble only takes minutes to prepare, a few more in the microwave and then you'll have a delicious, piping hot crumble, ready to eat.
Serve with custard or ice cream for the ultimate treat.
Ingredients
For the filling
- 5 g (0.35 oz) granola
- 0.25 (0.5) Bramley apple peeled and diced small
- 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) honey
- 25 g (1.76 oz) dried cherries
For the topping
- 15 g (1.06 oz) plain white flour (all purpose flour)
- 20 g (1.41 oz) granola
- 10 g (0.71 oz) salted butter cubed
- 0.5 tbsp (1 tbsp) honey
- 0.25 tsp (0.5 tsp) cinnamon
Equipment
Instructions
For the filling
Put the granola, apples, honey and cherries into a small microwave safe bowl and mix well.
Microwave for 2-3 minutes until the fruit is soft.
For the topping
Put the flour, granola, butter, honey and cinnamon into a bowl.
Mix well until you have a dough-like crumble.
Sprinkle the crumble on top of the fruit until totally covered.
Microwave for a further 3 minutes until the topping is cooked through.
Stand for a minute as it will be very hot, then devour.
Fancy trying this apple cherry granola crumble? Let me know if you do! Here’s the recipe in printable form.
Apple Cherry Granola Crumble Recipe for One!
Ingredients
For the filling
- 5 g (0.35 oz) granola
- 0.25 (0.5) Bramley apple peeled and diced small
- 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) honey
- 25 g (1.76 oz) dried cherries
For the topping
- 15 g (1.06 oz) plain white flour (all purpose flour)
- 20 g (1.41 oz) granola
- 10 g (0.71 oz) salted butter cubed
- 0.5 tbsp (1 tbsp) honey
- 0.25 tsp (0.5 tsp) cinnamon
Instructions
For the filling
- Put the granola, apples, honey and cherries into a small, microwave safe bowl and mix well.
- Microwave for 2-3 minutes until the fruit is soft.
For the topping
- Put the flour, granola, butter, honey and cinnamon into a bowl.
- Mix well until you have a dough-like crumble.
- Sprinkle the crumble on top of the fruit until totally covered.
- Microwave for a further 3 minutes until the topping is cooked through.
- Stand for a minute as it will be very hot, then devour.
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Jenni says
Sounds yummy! I always put some oats in our crumble topping for an extra bit of crunch. Haven't tried added dried cherries to the apples though, will remember that!
Emily Leary says
Oats are a great idea too!
Rhian Westbury says
This sounds so perfect for this time of the year, I do love a good apple crumble x
Emily Leary says
Me too! Yes, perfect when you just want a hot, comforting crumble but don't want to make a big dish full :)
Sonia Cave says
Oh my goodness this looks so delicious. My three love food like this so we will definitely give it a go
Emily Leary says
Thanks! I would love to see a pic if you do! x
fashionandstylepolice says
I love the sound of this recipe. I am going to try it. Looks yummy.
Emily Leary says
Yay! I hope you enjoy it xx
Sinéad says
This looks lovely. A nice variation on the traditional crumble. I might give it a try in the new year.
Emily Leary says
I hope you enjoy it if you give it a go!
Ger ( It's Me & Ethan ) says
Oh that looks fab ! I'm planning to make my own dessert for Christmas dinner ( first time ,ever !) And I think I'll try this . It's something I've always wanted to try and I think everyone will love it .
Emily Leary says
Heh cool! It's for one so you'd need to make a bowl per person x
Victoria says
Omg... That really was simple. It looks yummy! I'll definitely be giving this a go! X
Emily Leary says
Yes, super simple and so good when you fancy a quick treat!
Melanie says
As a rule I am not really a fan of crumble. However this apple cherry granola crumble looks lovely x
Emily Leary says
Oh you should definitely give it a try. It might just change your opinion on crumble!
Pati says
It looks so tasty i got some granola that everyone refuses to eay i think i might be able to get away with it and use it ! I am trying your recipie tommorow ❤️
Emily Leary says
Awesome! Send me a pic, please, if you do.
Amy - All about a Mummy says
You had me at crumble. This sounds so easy and perfect as if I make a big crumble I just eat the lot! And as always your photography is stunning.
Emily Leary says
Haha, this might just solve that problem then! Thank you so much :)