Breastfeeding Friendly Mixed Berry Crumble with Almond Oat Topping
Warm, bubbling fruit filling topped with a golden, nutty crumble ā this dessert is the kind of thing that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. The combination of mixed berries with cinnamon, ginger, and a squeeze of lemon creates a jammy, deeply flavored base that feels indulgent without relying on refined sugar, since maple syrup does all the sweetening here. The oat and almond topping bakes up into satisfying clusters that stay crisp against the soft fruit underneath, thanks to almond flour and coconut oil working together in just the right ratio. For anyone navigating the nutritional demands of breastfeeding, this is a genuinely nourishing treat ā rolled oats, almonds, and berries are all ingredients worth leaning into during this season of life. Arrowroot starch thickens the filling naturally, so there's no cornstarch or anything unexpected sneaking in. It comes together in one baking dish with minimal prep, which is exactly the kind of low-effort, high-reward cooking that fits into a busy postpartum day. Let it rest those full ten minutes before serving ā the filling sets up beautifully and is absolutely worth the wait.
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6 servings
For the filling
- 5 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen ā blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or strawberries)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Ā½ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp lemon juice
For the topping
- 1 Ā½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- Ā¾ cup almond flour
- Ā½ cup raw sliced almonds
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- Ā½ tsp ground cinnamon
- Ā¼ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375Ā°F (190Ā°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with a small amount of coconut oil.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the berries, 3 tbsp maple syrup, arrowroot starch, 1 tsp cinnamon, ginger, and lemon juice. Stir until the berries are evenly coated and the starch is fully dissolved with no dry pockets. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
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