Description
This comforting tart cherry crumble perfectly balances sweet and tart, with a buttery, crispy oat topping. It’s an easy-to-make dessert that’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 6 cups (about 2.5 lbs) fresh or frozen tart cherries, pitted and thawed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- For the Crumble Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Cherries: If using frozen cherries, thaw them completely and drain any excess liquid. In a large bowl, combine the cherries with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, almond extract (if using), cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Toss gently until the cherries are evenly coated. Set aside for 10-15 minutes.
- 2. Make Crumble Topping: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes. Using your fingertips or a pastry blender, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
- 3. Assemble: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour the cherry filling into an 8×8 inch baking dish or a 9-inch pie plate. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the cherries.
- 4. Bake: Place the baking dish on a baking sheet to catch any potential drips. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling and the topping is golden brown and crisp. If the topping browns too quickly, loosely tent with foil.
- 5. Cool & Serve: Let the crumble cool for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins