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Homemade Cherry Crisp Recipe

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Homemade Cherry Crisp is a classic dessert featuring juicy, sweet cherries baked beneath a golden, crumbly oat topping. Enhanced with a hint of cinnamon and optional bourbon, this comforting treat is perfect served warm, at room temperature, or cold.

Ingredients

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Topping

  • 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

Filling

  • 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

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round or square baking dish and set it aside for later use.
  2. Make the Topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and ground cinnamon. Cut in the cold, cubed unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or food processor until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Stir in the rolled oats and sliced almonds if using. Place the topping in the freezer to keep it chilled while preparing the filling.
  3. Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the halved pitted cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, almond extract, a pinch of salt, and bourbon if using. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  4. Assemble the Crisp: Pour the cherry filling evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the chilled topping evenly over the fruit layer to cover completely.
  5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 48 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the fruit juices are bubbling around the edges.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the crisp from the oven and place it on a cooling rack. Allow it to cool for at least 5 to 10 minutes before serving warm. You can also enjoy it at room temperature or chilled.
  7. Storage: Cover any leftover cherry crisp and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

  • You can omit the bourbon for a non-alcoholic version without sacrificing flavor.
  • For a nuttier texture, the sliced almonds can be toasted before adding to the topping.
  • This dessert pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
  • Make sure cherries are fully pitted and halved to ensure even cooking and texture.
  • Allowing the crisp to cool slightly will help the filling thicken and reduce juiciness.

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