Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Old Fashioned Cherry Crisp, a delightful dessert that harmonizes sweet and tart cherries with a crunchy oat topping. This recipe is incredibly versatile; you can use fresh cherries in the summer or frozen ones during winter, making it a year-round favorite. With just five minutes of prep time, you can whip up this easy cherry crisp for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Serve it warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, to elevate your dessert experience. This nostalgic treat is sure to bring smiles to everyone at your table.
Ingredients
- 32 oz cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Prepare the cherries by pitting fresh ones or thawing frozen ones, then place them in a greased 13″x9″ baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, oats, baking powder, egg, and vanilla until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the crumble mixture over the cherries, leaving some gaps for texture.
- Drizzle melted butter over the top and bake for about 40 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the pan (145g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in nuts or spices like cinnamon into the topping. You can substitute other fruits such as blueberries or peaches for a delicious twist.