Blueberry Crumble

Blueberry Crumble is a warm, comforting dessert featuring a sweet blueberry filling topped with a buttery, crumbly mixture of flour, sugar, and oats. It originated in Britain as a rustic, easy-to-make version of fruit pies, and it's now a beloved treat across North America and Europe.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates and fats due to the sugar and butter in the crumble topping, with a moderate amount of protein from the oats. A standard serving usually contains around 300-400 calories, and it provides some dietary fiber and antioxidants from the blueberries.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	68 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	4.2 g
Sugar	42 g
Sodium	180 mg
Potassium	210 mg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Calcium	55 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Vitamin K	12 mcg
Manganese	0.9 mg
Phosphorus	70 mg
Vitamin A	45 mcg RAE

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the crumble evolved during World War II in the UK as a simpler, less ration-intensive alternative to pies. Nutritionally, the blueberries are a standout ingredient, packed with antioxidants that offer health benefits despite the dessert's indulgent nature.