Description
This homemade cherry crisp is a delightful dessert made with sweet, juicy cherries and a crunchy oat topping. Perfect for any occasion, it’s easy to prepare and sure to satisfy your sweet cravings!
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 9-inch round or square baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in oats and sliced almonds (if using), then refrigerate the topping.
- In a large bowl, combine cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, almond extract, salt, and bourbon (if using). Pour into the baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the topping over the cherry mixture and bake for 45-48 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving, enjoy warm, room temperature, or cold.
Notes
Bourbon can be omitted for a non-alcoholic version.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Serve with ice cream for an extra treat!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg