Crumble mix

[Waffler]

Forgive me if this has already been posted, or if people already do this, but...
for the last few months I've been making up a large batch of crumble mix in one go, then bunging it in a tupper to store in the freezer. It really comes in to its own at this time of year with the fruit season beginning - you just bung your chosen fruit and sugar in a suitable dish then spoon on the mix from the freezer. Hey presto! a crumble with minimal washing up.
Ok, so I know it's not exactly difficult or time consuming to make up crumble mix, but in these days of 'fast living', it makes fixing quick home-made puds a doddle.
Just made another big batch today!

[dexterdoglancashire]

Whats the recipe waffler? Bernie

[Alice]

I know what you mean Waffler. I always keep a box of bread crumbs in the freezer then when I want them for a topping, just spoon some out. And a box of grated cheese in the fridge for the same reason.
It's not rocket science but some people don't seem to think of it.

[heebiejeebie]

I'm going to need a bigger freezer...

[Waffler]

Whats the recipe waffler? Bernie

Sorry DDL - only just caught up with your Q.
It's just a straight forward crumble mix, nothing special; the measurements are all 'ish' cos if it don't look right I just add a bit more of whatever! (usually butter)

32oz plain flour
300g cubed butter
16oz brown sugar
'some' porridge oats

Rub the butter in to the flour until breadcrumb-like. Stir in the sugar and some oats (4 TBSP??). Bung in an air-tight container and throw in the freezer.
You could also add chopped nuts to the mix, or even some spices, but I find that basic mix is a good basis and works with any fruit-based crumbles.

[dexterdoglancashire]

Mmmmm, yum yum yum! Gotta give it a go! Bernie

[dexterdoglancashire]

Sorted! Picked some rhubarb from the back garden, got a couple of apples ......going to make a crumble for pudding tonight - got Dexters Aunty Margaret coming round for tea - asparagus and hollandaise sauce for starters, lobster, salad and new tatties for mains and now crumble for pud! Fingers crossed!!! Bernie

[Alice]

Lucky Dexter's Auntie Margaret. Hope she appreciates it all.

[dexterdoglancashire]

I must just add......the lobster has been in the freezer since christmas and needs eating - we are having a "special" meal because our male parts of the family are all in the Isle of Man watching the racing! Crumble ready for cooking - lobster defrosted in fridge - and a first! home made mayonnaise! Yipee! Bernie PS forgot to add, home grown onions!

[debsducks]

Hi,Just out of interest as i don't think it would hang about long in our house, how long would crumble mix keep in the freezer ?

regards
debbie

[stigoftheplot]

To be honest I've never given crumble in the freezer a thought. Dont know where in the freezer I could put it, have 3 freezers which are full of veg etc & not alot of space. I do blanch and freeze veg even when in season for the same reason. I dont always have prep time and stuff out of the freezer cooks in half the time. Sausages under the grill & presto. instant food (almost). Oh well, guess what I'm making tomorrow.

[Flummery]

Sausage crumble?