Easy & Delicious Mango Blueberry Crumble: Your New Favorite Sweet Treat
Prepare to fall in love with this irresistible Mango Blueberry Crumble, a dessert that perfectly balances fruity sweetness with a delightful textural contrast. The crumble topping itself is a masterpiece, reminiscent of your favorite oatmeal cookie – wonderfully crispy on the outside, yielding to a soft, chewy interior. It’s the kind of dessert that beckons for an impromptu gathering, where formalities are abandoned, and pure enjoyment takes center stage.
Forget the plates and bowls! When this heavenly crumble emerges from the oven, we gather around the pan, armed with a handful of spoons and generous scoops of frozen yogurt or creamy vanilla ice cream. There’s an undeniable joy in sharing this warm, bubbling dessert directly from its baking dish until every last crumb and drop of sweet juice has disappeared. It’s a simple pleasure, a moment of shared delight that truly embodies comfort food at its best.
For many across the Northern Hemisphere, the vibrant combination of mango and blueberry heralds the joyful arrival of Spring, bringing with it the promise of warmer days and fresh, seasonal produce. However, for those of us down under in Australia, it’s often a bittersweet occasion. As Autumn begins to paint the landscape with fiery hues, this particular dessert serves as a cherished farewell to the glorious abundance of summer fruits. We savor every bite, knowing that the luscious, sun-ripened mangoes and plump, juicy blueberries will soon become a distant memory, not to be seen for what feels like an eternity – a long seven months!
This particular Mango Blueberry Crumble came into being thanks to a clear signal from the “crumble gods.” A sudden, intense craving for a warm, comforting crumble coincided perfectly with an incredible sale on our beloved summer fruits. It felt like a sign, a last hurrah, that this cherished family dessert simply had to make its debut on Cafe Delites before the season’s window closed completely. The quest for perfect mangoes was almost a saga in itself; I had to visit four different supermarkets just to secure enough of these golden gems, as they were flying off the shelves at an unprecedented rate. Perhaps it was the collective panic of impending winter, pushing everyone to stock up for the colder months, or maybe it was the unusually fickle weather – Autumn had officially begun, yet summer decided to make a surprising, fiery return. The climate was, in a word, loco!
What Makes This Crumble Truly Special?
There are many crumble recipes out there, but what elevates a good crumble to an extraordinary one is often found at the bottom of the pan: those incredible, glistening fruit juices. This recipe excels in that department. As the blueberries bake, they naturally release their sweet, slightly tart syrup, which mingles perfectly with the tropical juices of the mangoes. This creates a rich, flavourful fruit base that is the antithesis of a dry, uninspiring crumble. The contrast between this luscious, bubbling fruit layer and the golden, crunchy oat topping is simply divine, ensuring every spoonful is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.
Another standout feature of this particular recipe is its mindful approach to ingredients. While many traditional crumble recipes call for a hefty 1/2 to 3/4 cup of butter, our rendition requires just a fraction of that amount. This results in a lighter, yet equally flavorful and satisfying dessert. For those who adore the delicate, tropical notes of coconut, we’ve included an optional addition of shredded coconut to the crumble topping. It adds an extra layer of texture and a subtle, fragrant sweetness that complements the mango and blueberry beautifully, making it an absolute must-try for coconut enthusiasts.
Crafting Your Perfect Mango Blueberry Crumble
Creating this easy fruit crumble is a straightforward and rewarding process, designed for both novice and experienced bakers alike. The magic begins with the fruit filling. Select ripe, fragrant mangoes and plump, fresh blueberries. In an 8-inch baking dish, combine your chosen fruits with a touch of flour – whether it’s light spelt, all-purpose, or plain flour, all work wonderfully. This helps to slightly thicken the fruit juices as they bake, preventing a watery consistency. A hint of light brown sugar (or coconut sugar for a more natural sweetness) and a splash of pure vanilla extract are then mixed in, enhancing the natural flavors of the fruit and infusing the entire mixture with a warm, inviting aroma. Ensure all the fruit is evenly coated, preparing it for its delicious transformation in the oven.
Next comes the star of the show: the crumble topping. In a separate bowl, you’ll combine rolled oats, flour (again, all-purpose, light spelt, or even almond flour work well), the optional shredded coconut, a touch of honey, melted reduced-fat butter (or coconut oil for a dairy-free option), light brown sugar, and a tiny pinch of salt to balance the sweetness. Mix these ingredients thoroughly until they form a coarse, crumbly mixture that’s ready to be sprinkled over the fruit. Evenly spreading this oat mixture over the prepared fruit ensures that every piece of fruit underneath gets to stew and simmer beautifully, releasing all its delicious juices to create that incredible “mango/blueberry blend from heaven.”
A word of caution: good luck resisting the temptation to snack on the delicious crumble mixture before it even makes it to the baking dish! It’s so tempting, with its buttery, sweet, and oat-filled goodness. In fact, we’d strongly advise against taste-testing it during preparation, because once you start, it’s incredibly hard to stop. You’ll want to save every bit for the baked perfection!
During the 35-40 minutes of baking time, your kitchen will be enveloped in the most enchanting aromas. The sweet, buttery fragrance of fresh fruit and toasted oats will fill every corner, creating an atmosphere of warmth and anticipation. This delicious Mango Blueberry Crumble is incredibly versatile; it’s perfect as a comforting dessert after dinner, a delightful addition to a brunch spread, or, if you’re anything like us, a surprisingly satisfying breakfast! After all, it’s packed with fruit, so that totally counts, right?
And speaking of traditions, are we the only ones who can’t wait a single moment? The instant that piping hot crumble emerges from the oven, we immediately scoop generous dollops of ice cream or frozen yogurt right on top, watching with pure delight as it melts, creating a creamy, dreamy river that cascades through the warm, crispy topping and into the juicy fruit below. It’s an indulgence that’s hard to beat.
If you find yourself smitten with the tropical flavors of mango, you might also enjoy exploring our Mango Coconut Cheesecake Parfait – another fantastic way to enjoy this incredible fruit!
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Mango Blueberry Crumble
Ingredients
Fruit Mix:
- 3 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 mangos large, sliced
- 1/2 tablespoon flour light spelt, all purpose or plain)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar or coconut sugar
Crumble:
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup plain flour or all purpose flour, light spelt to almond flour are fine to use
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut finely, optional
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons reduced fat butter melted, or coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350˚F | 175°C. Place berries and mango slices in an 8-inch baking dish. Add the flour, sugar and vanilla; mix through to evenly coat.
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In another medium bowl, combine the oats, flour (or almond meal), coconut (if using), honey, butter, sugar and salt together. Mix well.
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Top with the oat mixture evenly covering the fruit. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the fruit starts to bubble and the crumble is golden and crisp. Serve immediately with ice cream, frozen yogurt, or plain.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
