A viral dessert sensation has made its way to Australian shores, promising a delectable solution to winter cravings. The humble crumble, long cherished in Australian households for its simplicity and comforting appeal, is now taking on a new form in the form of crumble bars.
The concept of crumble dessert shops, which originated in the UK with establishments like Humble Crumble and crumbld., has gained immense popularity on social media. These aren’t your ordinary crumbles; they come in small tubs filled with stewed fruits, custard, crumble, and an array of toppings ranging from marshmallow cream to melted chocolate, nuts, or even rose petals. The innovation has even led to the birth of a new dessert, the crumbrûlée.
Melbourne has already embraced this trend with The Crumble Corner, operating in Grazeland Melbourne since last year. And now, Brisbane’s Newstead welcomes Crumble Cave, while Perth’s Kuld Creamery has recently introduced crumble offerings to its menu.
The allure of these crumble bars lies in their customizable nature. Patrons can choose between warm or frozen soft-serve custard, pair it with stewed fruits like rhubarb or berries, select from various crumble varieties, and top it all off with options like sprinkles, melted chocolate, or Biscoff biscuits. The temptation to try them all is real, lest one suffers from FOMO (fear of missing out).
With the influence of social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, it’s plausible to expect a surge in crumble bars across Australian towns in the coming months. The DIY dessert destination model, reminiscent of the once-ubiquitous frozen yogurt stores, is poised to capture the hearts and taste buds of dessert enthusiasts nationwide. So, brace yourselves for a crumble invasion—queues and all—as the crumble craze sweeps the nation.
