Description
This Homemade Cherry Crisp features juicy cherries and a crunchy oat topping, making it a must-try dessert for those who love simple, comforting recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (100g) packed light or dark brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons (46g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, very cold and cubed
- 2/3 cup (57g) old-fashioned whole rolled oats
- 1/4 cup (about 20g) sliced almonds (optional)
- 5 cups (575g) halved pitted dark sweet cherries
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons (21g) cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons (30g/ml) bourbon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in oats and almonds, then freeze the topping briefly.
- In a separate bowl, mix cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, almond extract, salt, and bourbon until combined. Pour into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the topping over the cherries and bake for 45–48 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. Can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or cold.
Notes
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Feel free to substitute other fruits like peaches or berries for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg