Description
Experience the nostalgic comfort of a homemade tart cherry crisp. This recipe features a vibrant, bubbling filling made from fresh or thawed tart cherries, topped with a perfectly buttery, golden-brown oat crumble. It is a quick and budget-friendly dessert that delivers a harmonious contrast between the tender fruit and the crunchy texture, making it an ideal treat for family gatherings or cozy weeknights.
Ingredients
8 cups pitted tart cherries (fresh or frozen and thawed)
1 cup granulated white sugar
1/4 cup corn starch
1 cup unsalted butter, softened or slightly melted
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup brown sugar
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350F and prepare a 9×13 inch deep-dish baking pan.
In the baking pan, combine the cherries, 1 cup of sugar, and corn starch, tossing until the fruit is well coated.
In a separate mixing bowl, combine the butter, 2/3 cup white sugar, 2/3 cup brown sugar, quick-cooking oats, flour, salt, and cinnamon.
Mix the topping ingredients until crumbly and well combined.
Evenly sprinkle the oat mixture over the cherry filling in the pan.
Bake for 50 minutes until the filling is bubbling and the top is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
You can customize this recipe by swapping cherries for other stone fruits like peaches or plums depending on seasonal availability. For the best texture, ensure you use quick-cooking oats rather than rolled oats, as this creates a finer crumb topping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Classic American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg