Family favourite fruit crumble

I want to tell you about this fruit crumble and why it quickly became a family favourite recipe. A while ago, when I wasn’t feeling well, my friend Stef made it for me. Just the smell of it baking, soft, juicy fruit under a golden, buttery oat crumble.... made me feel cared for and a little bit better, even on a tough day.

It’s such a simple, comforting dessert, perfect for using whatever fruit you have on hand. Serve it warm with custard, cream, or ice cream, and it instantly feels like a hug from the inside. I hope one day, when you make it yourself, it reminds you of Stef’s kindness and of the way food can bring comfort and love.

Ingredients

4 oz self-raising flour
1 oz porridge oats
3 oz butter
3 oz sugar
Fresh fruit (enough to fill an ovenproof dish)
A little water

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 170°C (conventional).
Prepare the fruit by placing it into an ovenproof dish. Add a little water to prevent it from drying out.
In a mixing bowl, rub the butter into the self-raising flour using your fingertips until it looks like breadcrumbs.
Stir in the sugar and porridge oats.
Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the fruit.
Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling underneath.

Enjoy it warm and don't forget the ice cream.

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