How to Make Quince Crumble - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quince crumble is a beautiful and delicious dessert that perfectly captures the flavors of fall. This recipe is perfect for using up any quinces you may have on hand, and it's a great way to showcase their unique flavor.

Quinces are a unique fruit that are closely related to apples and pears. They have a fragrant, floral aroma and a tart flavor that becomes sweet and luscious when cooked. Quince crumble is a great way to highlight the unique taste of quince while also enjoying the com...

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Ingredients

  • 3 lemons, divided
  • 3 pounds ripe quinces
  • ½ cinnamon stick
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 2 pinches ground nutmeg
  • 1 pinch salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 6

  • Wash lemons under cold water and dry well. Thinly peel 2 lemons and juice them. Fill a pot with cold water; add lemon juice and peels.
  • Peel quinces and remove core. Cut into small pieces and immediately drop into the pot with lemon water, so they don't turn brown. Add cinnamon stick and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until quinces are easily pierced with a knife, 30 to 40 minutes. Drain and discard peels and cinnamon stick.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place cooked quinces, white sugar, and ground cinnamon into a large bowl. Zest and juice remaining lemon; add to quince mixture and mix until well combined. Spread mixture evenly into a baking dish.
  • Make topping: Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, butter, nutmeg, and salt in a medium bowl. Rub between your fingers to create a streusel topping. Sprinkle streusel evenly over fruit.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crumble is lightly browned, about 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    527 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 42mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 107g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 43g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 130mg
    • Calcium: 96mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 859mg