Cloudberry and Oat Crumble with Alaskan Maple Syrup
A rustic dessert featuring sweet-tart Alaskan cloudberries under a buttery oat crumble, drizzled with locally sourced maple syrup. This alaskan-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes layers fresh or thawed frozen Cloudberries, Granulated sugar, Lemon juice into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 cups, fresh or thawed frozen Cloudberries
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Rolled oats
- 6 tbsp, cold and cubed Butter
- 1/2 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp Alaskan maple syrup
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, toss cloudberries with 1/2 cup sugar, lemon juice, and 3 tbsp flour until evenly coated. Transfer to a 9-inch baking dish and spread into an even layer.
- Step 2: In another bowl, mix oats, cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add cold cubed butter and use a fork to cut it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces.
- Step 3: Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the cloudberries, pressing gently to form a crumb layer.
- Step 4: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Step 5: Let cool for 15 minutes, then drizzle with 2 tbsp maple syrup just before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cloudberry and Oat Crumble with Alaskan Maple Syrup take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Cloudberry and Oat Crumble with Alaskan Maple Syrup?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cloudberry and Oat Crumble with Alaskan Maple Syrup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cloudberry and Oat Crumble with Alaskan Maple Syrup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cloudberry and Oat Crumble with Alaskan Maple Syrup?
Alaskan desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
