Description

Savor the delightful flavors of this Homemade Cherry Crisp, featuring sweet cherries topped with a crunchy oat mixture. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy dessert at home, this recipe is straightforward and delivers incredible taste with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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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)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch round or square baking dish. Set it aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter until the mix resembles coarse crumbs, then stir in the oats and almonds. Chill the topping in the freezer while preparing the filling.
In a large bowl, combine the cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, almond extract, salt, and bourbon if desired. Mix until well combined, then pour into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly. Sprinkle the topping over the fruit mixture.
Bake for 45–48 minutes until the topping is golden brown and fruit juices are bubbling. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.
Store leftover cherry crisp in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Chilling the topping before baking helps achieve a crispier texture.
Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for an extra special treat.
Feel free to substitute other fruits if cherries are not available.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg