Description
This cherry crisp recipe is the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and crispy. Made with juicy cherries and a golden oat topping, it’s a simple and comforting dessert that’s easy to prepare. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat. Whether you’re using fresh, frozen, or canned cherries, this recipe guarantees a deliciously crunchy and fruity dessert every time!
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cherry Filling
- 4 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Crisp Topping
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish lightly.
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Prepare the Cherry Filling – In a bowl, mix the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Stir well to coat the cherries evenly. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
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Make the Crisp Topping – In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Pour in the melted butter and mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs. If using nuts, fold them in.
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Assemble the Crisp – Evenly sprinkle the oat mixture over the cherry filling, covering it completely.
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Bake – Place in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
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Cool and Serve – Let the cherry crisp sit for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Notes
- If using frozen cherries, thaw and drain them first to avoid excess liquid.
- You can swap brown sugar for coconut sugar for a slightly different flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- If the topping looks too soft, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking to make it crispier.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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