There is something especially comforting about a warm fruit dessert fresh from the oven.
This easy apple berry crumble pie combines cinnamon-spiced apple filling, sweet dried cranberries and a buttery oat crumble. It feels homemade and special without requiring an afternoon in the kitchen.
Serve it warm, at room temperature or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It is an easy dessert for family dinners, book club gatherings or a cozy night at home with a good book.
This is the kind of simple dessert that’s just as welcome at a book club gathering as it is during a quiet evening with your favorite book.
Why You’ll Love It
✓ Uses simple, pantry-friendly ingredients
✓ Has a buttery oat crust and crumble topping
✓ Can be served warm or at room temperature
✓ Works well for book clubs and casual gatherings
✓ Requires only about 15 minutes of preparation
I do not make elaborate desserts very often, which is one reason I appreciate recipes like this one. It delivers all the cozy flavor of a homemade fruit pie without rolling pastry or preparing fruit from scratch.
This recipe is adapted from a classic Quaker Oats recipe. It is simple, dependable and just right when you need an uncomplicated dessert to share.
Easy Apple Berry Crumble Pie
A simple apple and cranberry dessert made with a buttery oat crust, cinnamon-spiced fruit filling and golden crumble topping.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
30–34 minutes
Total Time
45–49 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
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Ingredients
For the crust and topping:
- 1½ cups quick or old-fashioned oats, uncooked
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 10 tablespoons butter, melted
For the apple berry filling:
- 1 21-ounce can apple pie filling
- ¾ cup sweetened dried cranberries
- 1½ teaspoons lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly coat an 8- or 9-inch glass pie pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Combine the oats, flour, brown sugar and baking soda in a medium bowl.
- Add the melted butter and stir until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Set aside ¾ cup of the oat mixture for the topping.
- Firmly press the remaining mixture across the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie pan.
- Bake the crust for 10–12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Cool it slightly on a wire rack.
- Using the same mixing bowl, stir together the apple pie filling, dried cranberries, lemon juice and cinnamon.
- Spoon the fruit filling over the warm crust and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture evenly over the filling.
- Bake for another 18–22 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is warm.
- Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
Cooking Notes
The crust will still be slightly soft when it first comes out of the oven. Allowing the pie to rest before slicing gives the filling and oat crust time to settle.
Old-fashioned oats create a slightly heartier texture, while quick oats produce a finer and softer crumble. Either variety works well.
Tips for the Best Crumble Pie
- Press the oat crust firmly into the pie pan so it holds together more easily.
- Do not skip prebaking the crust before adding the fruit filling.
- Allow the pie to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Serve it with vanilla ice cream or lightly sweetened whipped cream.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the reserved topping for extra crunch.
Storage and Variations
Cover and refrigerate leftover crumble pie for up to four days. Individual servings can be gently warmed in the microwave before serving.
For a slightly different flavor, replace some or all of the dried cranberries with dried cherries. You can also add a pinch of nutmeg or apple pie spice to the filling.
This recipe is best made with canned apple pie filling because the filling is already sweetened and thickened. Fresh apples would require additional sugar, thickener and cooking time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make apple berry crumble pie ahead of time?
Yes. Bake it earlier in the day and serve it at room temperature, or gently warm individual servings before serving.
Does this recipe need a traditional pie crust?
No. The oat mixture forms both the bottom crust and the crumble topping.
Can I use quick oats?
Yes. Quick oats and old-fashioned oats both work in this recipe.
Can I leave out the dried cranberries?
Yes. The recipe can be made with only apple pie filling, although the cranberries add color, texture and a lightly tart flavor.
Should this pie be refrigerated?
Once it has cooled, cover and refrigerate any leftovers.
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