The best easy crumble recipes for autumn | Features

One of our favourite things about autumn is all the delicious fruity puds that come into their own. And, let’s face it, a golden crumble (with lashings of silky smooth custard) has got to be one of the all-time great British puds.

To celebrate this classic dish, we’ve rounded up our best-ever easy crumble recipes, from apple crumble to gorgeous rhubarb, berry or pear and ginger… Happy days!

For more autumnal treats, check out our collection of seasonal recipes.

Got a few apples looking a bit sad in the fruit bowl? Use a bag of frozen berries to bring them back to life in this gorgeous frozen berry & apple crumble recipe. Frozen berries are great for whipping up a fruity filling, and at less than £1 per serving, this colourful crumble recipe is a must-try. 

This apple crumble recipe is a real favourite and as humble as it gets. A simple combo of soft sweet apples with a crunchy topping, finished with a grating of lemon zest. It’s a comforting, homely pud that you’ll come back to again and again.

Roasting stone fruit gives you a deliciously intense jammy filling. The crunchy mixture of sugar, flour, almonds and oats brings another layer of texture – give it a go!

This ultimate guide to rhubarb crumble is a step-by-step method to pudding heaven! The sharp, sweet flavour of fruit pairs perfectly with its crown of buttery, biscuit crunch. You’re going to love it.

A classic partnership, pear and stem ginger provide the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth in this recipe, while the hit of ground ginger in the topping adds extra depth. This easy crumble recipe is a true celebration of autumn flavours. 

Made with buckwheat flour and ground almonds, this oh-so-simple topping can be used with any combination of fruit you like (we’ve made it with red fruits here). And whether you’re avoiding gluten or not, it’s delicious for everyone! 

Capture the joy of a good apple crumble…in cookie form! These soft and fruity bites are made with just five ingredients, and taken from Jamie’s cookbook 5 Ingredients – Quick & Easy Food. They’ll soon become a regular favourite in your house.

When plums are in season, celebrate this gorgeous stone fruit with this fun recipe. Individual baked plums and a rich, crumbly coconut topping is a genius flavour combo. Just add a scoop of vanilla ice cream – heaven!

Hungry for more? Check out our full collection of beautiful baking recipes.