Description
This Homemade Cherry Crisp is a delightful dessert featuring sweet cherries, a buttery oat topping, and a hint of almond. It’s simple to prepare and perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed warm or cold. Ideal for those craving a tasty homemade treat!
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
- 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). Grease a 9-inch round or square baking dish and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Add in the oats and almonds if using, then freeze the topping while preparing the filling.
- In a large bowl, mix the cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, almond extract, salt, and bourbon if using. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top it with the reserved topping mixture.
- Bake for 45–48 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and bubbly around the edges. Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
For an extra crunch, consider adding walnuts or pecans to the topping.
Feel free to use fresh or frozen cherries for this recipe, adjusting the cooking time accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg