A warm, cosy breakfast that's perfect for sharing with family or serving to weekend guests. Sweet cinnamon apples and juicy blueberries are topped with a generous buttery oat and almond crumble, then baked until golden and crisp. Serve warm with thick Greek yoghurt, fresh blueberries, toasted coconut flakes and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Who said you can’t enjoy crumble for breakfast? This recipe was created as a delicious celebration of winter, comfort and a little bit of nostalgia. There is something so special about a warm fruit crumble straight from the oven — the sweet aroma of cinnamon and baked apples instantly brings a sense of cosiness and home.

Thinly sliced apples create the most wonderful texture, becoming tender while still holding their shape, while juicy blueberries add bursts of sweetness and a beautiful colour throughout the filling. I’ve used frozen blueberries here intentionally — not only are they more affordable during the colder months, but they are picked and frozen at peak ripeness, meaning you can enjoy deliciously flavourful berries without paying a premium for fresh berries that may be lacking in sweetness.

While this crumble is perfect served warm for breakfast alongside a spoonful of creamy Greek yoghurt, it can absolutely double as a comforting dessert. Serve it slightly warm with homemade vanilla custard and a generous dusting of icing sugar for a truly special winter treat.

What's in this recipe?

Blueberry & apple filling

Frozen blueberries
I use frozen blueberries here as they are more affordable, especially during the colder months. Frozen berries are picked and frozen at peak ripeness, meaning they retain their beautiful flavour and sweetness. They also release delicious juices as they bake, creating a naturally jammy blueberry sauce throughout the crumble. Fresh blueberries can also be used, and are lovely scattered over the top when serving.
Apples
Thinly sliced apples create the most delicious texture in this crumble, becoming tender while still holding their shape. I love using pink apples as they have a naturally sweet flavour and a beautiful balance of crispness and softness when baked. You can also use other sweet varieties such as Pink Lady, Royal Gala or Jazz apples.
Maple syrup
Maple syrup is used to naturally sweeten the fruit filling while adding a beautiful caramel-like flavour. It pairs wonderfully with the apples, blueberries and warm spices. It can be substituted with brown sugar if preferred.
Vanilla bean paste or extract
I love using vanilla bean paste as it adds beautiful little flecks of vanilla throughout the crumble and gives a richer vanilla flavour. Vanilla extract can also be used and is a more affordable option that still adds delicious warmth and depth.
Cinnamon & ginger
These warming spices add depth and cosiness to the fruit filling, enhancing the natural sweetness of the apples and blueberries. The ginger adds a subtle hint of spice that makes this crumble feel extra special.
Lemon juice
A small amount of lemon juice brightens the flavours of the fruit and balances the sweetness of the maple syrup. It also helps prevent the apples from becoming overly sweet while adding a fresh, vibrant flavour.
Cornflour
Cornflour helps thicken the juices released from the fruit as it bakes, creating a deliciously thick and glossy sauce rather than a watery filling.

Oat & almond crumble

Rolled oats
Rolled oats make up the base of this crumble, adding a beautiful hearty texture and a delicious nutty, oaty flavour. They create those irresistible golden clusters throughout the topping.
Flour & almond flour
A combination of plain flour and almond flour creates the perfect crumble texture — crisp and golden on the outside while remaining slightly soft and buttery underneath. Plain flour can be substituted with a gluten-free flour blend if required.
Brown sugar
Brown sugar sweetens the crumble topping while adding a rich caramel flavour and helping create those delicious golden, crunchy pieces. It can be substituted with caster sugar, although brown sugar gives the crumble a deeper flavour.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon adds warmth and sweetness to the crumble topping, complementing the apples and blueberries beautifully.
Salt
A small amount of salt balances the sweetness and enhances all of the flavours in the crumble, making each ingredient shine.
Butter
Cold butter is cubed and rubbed into the dry ingredients to create the perfect crumble texture. As it melts during baking, it creates a rich, buttery topping with golden crunchy pieces — delicious enough for breakfast but equally comforting as a late-night treat.
Flaked almonds
Flaked almonds add beautiful texture and a delicate toasted flavour to the crumble topping. They become golden and crisp as they bake, adding an extra layer of crunch to every bite.

Step-by-step photos

Mixing filling

Mixing dry crumble ingredients

Rubbing in butter

Spreading crumble over filling in pie dish