A Very Cherry Crisp Recipe

Name: A Very Cherry Crisp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds Fresh Sweet Cherries; 1/3 cup Very strong black cherry tea; 3 tablespoons Minute Tapioca; 1 tablespoon Almond extract; 1 pinch Kosher salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons Orange zest; 1 1/2 teaspoons Lemon zest; 1/2 cup Whole wheat flour; 1/2 cup Old Fashion rolled oats; 1/2 cup Sugar; 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 1 teaspoon Baking powder; 1 Large Egg, beaten; 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted

Servings: persons

2 pounds Fresh Sweet Cherries
1/3 cup Very strong black cherry tea
3 tablespoons Minute Tapioca
1 tablespoon Almond extract
1 pinch Kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons Orange zest
1 1/2 teaspoons Lemon zest
1/2 cup Whole wheat flour
1/2 cup Old Fashion rolled oats
1/2 cup Sugar
1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1 teaspoon Baking powder
1 Large Egg, beaten
6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted

1
Rinse Cherries, remove stems & pits. Place in a large bowl and break them up a little bit to release the juice but do not totally macerate.
2
Grind the tapioca in a mini food processor or spice grinder.
3
Add the tapioca, almond extract, pinch of Kosher salt, orange zest, lemon zest and tea to the cherries. Mix well before spooning the cherry mixture into an 8x8 inch (preferably glass or ceramic) baking dish.
4
Place the remaining dry ingredients into a medium size bowl and mix with a fork to combine.
5
Add the beaten egg to the dry ingredients, using a fork to combine then your hands until the mixture is crumbly.
6
Spread the topping as evenly as possible on top of the cherries.
7
Use a spoon to drizzle the melted butter over the topping.
8
Bake in a preheated 380 degree Fahrenheit oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until the topping is brown.
9
I suggest you serve Very Cherry Crisp at room temperature or chilled. Garnish with a dollop or your favorite topping: whipped cream or non-dairy flavored with a little bit of almond extract. The Very Cherry Crisp in the photo is decorated with a chocolate covered mint leaf. Enjoy !

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds Fresh Sweet Cherries, 1/3 cup Very strong black cherry tea, 3 tablespoons Minute Tapioca, 1 tablespoon Almond extract, and more.

Yes, A Very Cherry Crisp falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

A Very Cherry Crisp

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