Description

Experience the delightful flavors of Homemade Cherry Crisp made with juicy dark sweet cherries. This easy-to-make dessert combines a buttery oat topping with a sweet cherry filling, creating a warm, comforting treat that’s ideal for any occasion. Perfect for serving at family dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of homemade desserts.

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
optional: 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
optional: 2 tablespoons (30g/ml) bourbon

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch round or square baking dish. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut the cold butter into the mixture until it looks like coarse crumbs. Stir in the oats and almonds, 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 the filling into the baking dish, spreading it evenly, and sprinkle the topping over the fruit.
Bake for 45–48 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling. Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. This dessert can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or cold.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

For a nut-free option, you can skip the almonds in the topping.
Make sure the butter is very cold for a crumbly topping texture.
Using fresh, ripe cherries will enhance the flavor of the crisp.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 of the crisp
Calories: 280
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg