 A rhubarb and strawberry crumble, served with ice cream | |
| Course | Dessert |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | England |
| Main ingredients | Stewed fruit, butter, cinnamon, flour, sugar Savoury: meat, vegetables, sauce, cheese |
A crumble is typically a dessert with a crumbly topping consisting of flour, butter, sugar, and sometimes oats, baked over a fruit filling. Apple and rhubarb are two popular varieties. Savoury fillings such as meat, cheese or vegetables may alternatively be used. As a dessert, crumbles are traditionally served with custard, cream, or ice cream.
Crumbles became popular in Britain during World War II,[1] when the topping was an economical alternative to pies due to shortages of pastry ingredients as the result of rationing. Crumbles in varying forms are common in Britain, Ireland, and across the Commonwealth of Nations. While the dish is also found in the US, a similar dessert known as an "apple crisp" bears the same name in American English.[2]
See also
- Cobbler (food)
- Crisp
- Brown Betty
- Smulpaj, a similar Swedish dessert
- Streusel
References
- ↑ Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall (18 October 2008). "Simply the best". The Guardian. London. Retrieved 14 April 2010.
- ↑ Ezinearticles.com Jason McDonald, December 29 2008; CanadianLiving, July 6, 2015; Puddings and Pies, Barbara J. Grunes, 1991, ISBN 0-89909-329-9, pp. 136-137
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