Breakfast Crumble Recipe (Vegan & Refined Sugar-Free) - Romy London (2024)

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Vegan Breakfast Crumble Recipe

There's hardly anything that I generally don't like food-wise (as long as it's vegan of course ;)), but dried fruits have always been something that I just couldn't get my tastebuds around - especially raisins/sultanas! They're something you can truly chase me away with - however, there's also one exclusion: warm apple pie and apple crumble!

They are the true exception to the rule and the only way I really accept having them in a dish - so don't be surprised to find them in this breakfast crumble recipe here! If you of course can't deal with them at all, be it in a crumble or elsewhere, you're of course more than welcome to simply leave them out. Believe me: This crumble will turn out just as tasty!

This recipe is:

  • Vegan
  • Refined Sugar Free
  • Gluten Free (if using gluten free oats)
  • Dairy Free
  • Egg Free
  • High in Fibre
  • Delicious
  • Naturally Sweet
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The idea for this crumble actually came to me after Nick and I went to Garson's Farm in Esher last weekend and picked ourown apples there - and by that, I mean that we picked 5kg of apples in total!

So, we came home with a massive load of apples, and I have to use them somehow, right?

Making a crumble almost instantly crossed my mind, though I really wanted to take a healthier twist on a traditional crumble. As you know I do occasionally enjoy food including refined sugar (especially vegan donuts!) but I also try to leave it out of my own cooking at home and my recipes nowadays very rarely call for caster sugar or similar.

In this delicious recipe, I am using dates to add some more sweetness to the dish & make it taste like a real treat. It's the perfect autumn morning breakfast and it makes your kitchen smell absolutely amazing - I'm sure I don't know anyone who wouldn't want to get up for this!

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Deliciously sweet, filling breakfast crumble recipe - vegan, refined sugar-free & with gluten-free option. The perfect start into the day!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American, British

Servings 4 portions

Equipment

  • 1 oven dish

Ingredients

For the filling:

  • 5 medium-sized apples I used Falstaff apples
  • 4 Medjool dates pitted
  • 1 tbsp raisins or sultanas optional
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 cardamom pod
  • 5 whole cloves

For the crumble:

  • 150 g porridge oats gluten-free
  • 4 Medjool dates pitted
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil

Instructions

  • Wash, peel and core the apples, then cut them into bite size pieces.

  • Chop all 8Medjool dates into small chunks and add them to a medium sized saucepan over medium heat. Toast them for about 1 minute whilst stirring occasionally, then pour in just enough water to cover the dates.

  • Cook the dates for about 10 minutes, whilst continuing to stir occasionally. The dates will start to deconstruct and melt into the liquid of the pan as it heats and you will end up with a date syrup as the water reduces. Pour half of it into a medium sized bowl and set aside (this will be used for the crumble later!)

  • Add the chopped apples to the pan, then pour in about 100ml water, so they don’t burn at the bottom of the pan, and gently stir.

  • Now it’s time to add the spices and sultanas: Sprinkle in the cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger, then add the whole cardamom pod and 5 cloves (don’t worry, these will be removed later!)

  • In the meantime, prepare the crumble: In a large bowl, combine the oats with the ground cinnamon, then use a spatula to stir in thecoconut oil. Pour in the date mixture and mix well. If the mix is too wet to crumble, simply add a little more oats until you get a sticky, but crumbly texture.

  • Once the apples have softened, remove the cardamom pod & cloves from the pan and pour the apple mixture into an oven proof dish. Using your hands, add the crumble onto the top and transfer the dish to the oven for about 15-20 minutes at 350°F (180°C/fan 170°C/gas).

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Top tip: You can easily prepare this delicious vegan breakfast crumble recipe in advance - simply remove it from the oven and let is cool down, then set in the fridge overnight and reheat in the oven the next morning.

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    Absolutely love this idea!

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FAQs

What is vegan crumble made of? ›

The Vegan Crumble Topping

A 50/50 blend of regular and oat flour/almond flour also works. Vegan butter: It's best to use dairy-free unsalted butter, though lightly salted works too. Something like Miyoko's or Earth Balance would work great. Melted coconut oil should also work, but it won't taste as rich and buttery.

What is the top of crumble made from? ›

Apple crumble recipe topping is typically made of butter, sugar and flour which gets topped on the cooked fruit filling.

What can you use to substitute butter in a crumble? ›

Instead of using butter which you'd find in a conventional recipe, this dairy free apple crumble uses olive oil. As well as being dairy free and vegan, it's also lower in saturated fat. Olive oil is rich in polyphenols which have proven health benefits.

What is the secret to a good crumble? ›

❓FAQ
  • Use cold butter. This will help to create a crumbly texture that will not stick together when baking.
  • Use a mix of flour and oats. The oats will add a bit of crunch and texture to the topping.
  • Don't overmix the ingredients. The crumble topping should be made with a "coarse" crumb.
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What is crumble called in America? ›

Apple crisp is a dessert made with a streusel topping. In the US, it is also called apple crumble, a word which refers to a different dessert in the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Ingredients usually include cooked apples, butter, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and often oats and brown sugar, ginger, and/or nutmeg.

Why is my crumble not crunchy? ›

The main reason your crumble topping isn't crunchy is probably because you haven't used Demerara sugar. Although, it could also be that you've got your topping ingredient quantities wrong: either too much or not enough flour and butter alongside the sugar.

What is fruit crumble made of? ›

Toss the fruit with sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and any spices in a large bowl. Use more sugar and less lemon juice when cooking with tart fruits, like rhubarb and blackberries, and less sugar but more lemon juice for sweet fruits, like peaches and plums. Best is to taste a piece of fruit and adjust to taste.

What is crumble cake made of? ›

Ingredients for Crumb Cake

Flour: All-purpose flour is the structure of this cake. It's sturdy enough to support the thick wet ingredients and crumb layer on top. Baking Soda + Baking Powder: Baking soda and baking powder help the cake rise. Granulated Sugar: Granulated sugar sweetens the cake.

What are the ingredients in Beyond Beef crumble? ›

Ingredients: Water, Pea Protein,* Expeller- Pressed Canola Oil, Natural Flavors, Spices, Garlic Powder, Citric Acid.

Are meatless crumbles vegan? ›

Meatless Crumbles, Soy Free, Non-GMO, Vegan, 45g Protein, 0g Net Carb, Plant-Based Vegan Meat Substitute, Made in USA, Wholesome Provisions, 170g (Plain, 1 Pack)

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