Pecan Free Mixed Berry Crumble with Coconut & Cassava Topping
Bubbling fruit filling peeking through a golden, crackly topping is one of the most satisfying sights to pull out of the oven, and this berry crumble delivers exactly that. The filling layers juicy mixed berries with maple syrup, a touch of arrowroot starch to thicken things up beautifully, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon for warmth. What makes the topping genuinely special is the combination of cassava flour, tapioca starch, and shredded coconut — it bakes up into rustic, irregular clumps with a slightly chewy-crisp texture that feels indulgent without relying on any tree nuts whatsoever. Coconut oil works the fat into the dry ingredients the same way butter would in a classic crumble, giving you those irresistible pea-sized crumbles that turn deep golden in the oven. A hint of ground ginger alongside the cinnamon adds just enough spice to make the berry filling taste even brighter. After a short rest out of the oven, the filling thickens into a jammy, glossy sauce that pools around every craggy piece of topping. It's the kind of dessert that feels effortless to make but looks and tastes like you really put in the work.
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6 servings
For the berry filling
- 3 cups mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or strawberries), fresh or frozen
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
For the crumble topping
- ¾ cup cassava flour
- ¼ cup tapioca starch
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil, solid
- ½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with a small amount of coconut oil.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed berries, 2 tbsp maple syrup, arrowroot starch, lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp Ceylon cinnamon. Stir until the berries are evenly coated and the starch is fully dissolved. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
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