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Sour Cherry Crisp

Close-up of a bubbling sour cherry crisp with a golden, crumbly topping.

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A simple, no-crust dessert with fresh or frozen tart cherries and a crunchy oat-nut topping.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups sour cherries, pitted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Mix cherries, granulated sugar, and cornstarch in a bowl. Spread in a baking dish.
  3. Combine oats, almond flour, nuts, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in another bowl. Stir in melted butter.
  4. Sprinkle the oat mixture over the cherries.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling bubbles.
  6. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen cherries. No need to thaw if frozen.
  • For a gluten-free option, ensure oats are certified gluten-free.
  • Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to a day before baking.

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