Easy Mince Pie Crumble Recipe – A Lighter Christmas Dessert

If you love the warm, comforting flavours of traditional mince pies, this easy mince pie crumble recipe is a delicious way to enjoy them in a different form. Made with tender cinnamon-spiced apples, fruity Christmas mincemeat and a golden oat crumble topping, these individual desserts are perfect for the festive season.

Unlike traditional mince pies, which usually feature a pastry crust, these mini crumbles have a simple oat topping that adds a lovely texture without requiring pastry.

They’re easy to prepare, wonderfully comforting and ideal for Christmas gatherings, family dinners or a cosy winter evening.

Why You’ll Love This Mince Pie Crumble Recipe

  • Easy to make: Simple ingredients and straightforward preparation.
  • A lighter alternative: Uses apples, oats and a modest amount of light butter.
  • Full of festive flavour: Sweet mincemeat, cinnamon and apples create a delicious Christmas-inspired dessert.
  • Perfect individual portions: Made in small ramekins for easy serving.
  • Great for entertaining: Prepare the filling ahead of time and bake when needed.

Recipe Overview

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Servings: 6 individual crumbles
  • Course: Dessert
  • Cuisine: British-inspired
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Cooking Method: Oven

Ingredients

This easy Christmas crumble uses a handful of everyday ingredients.

For the Apple and Mincemeat Filling

  • 300g apples, peeled, cored and finely chopped
  • 150g Christmas mincemeat
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • Granulated sweetener, to taste (optional)

For the Oat Crumble Topping

  • 60g rolled oats
  • 30g plain flour
  • 30g light butter or reduced-fat baking spread
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Granulated sweetener, to taste (optional)

How to Make Mince Pie Crumbles