Individual Blueberry Crumble

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons cold butter, cut into small cubes
• 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
3. Add the butter and use a pastry blender or your fingertips to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a small bowl, toss the blueberries with the granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and lemon zest.
5. Divide the blueberry mixture between two 6-ounce ramekins or individual baking dishes.
6. Sprinkle the crumb topping over the blueberries.
7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the blueberries are bubbling.
8. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• Blueberries are a great source of antioxidants, which can help protect your body from free radical damage.
• Crumble is a traditional British dessert that is similar to a cobbler or a crisp.
• This recipe is easily adaptable – try using different fruits, such as peaches, apples, or cherries.