Cherry Lambic Crisps Recipe

Name: Cherry Lambic Crisps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds dark cherries, pitted; 1 1/2 cups dried sour cherries (about 8 ounces); 1/2 cup Kriek lambic beer; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly, plus more for greasing; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup almonds, coarsely chopped (about 1 ounce); 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest; Pinch of nutmeg; Pinch of ground cardamom

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds dark cherries, pitted
1 1/2 cups dried sour cherries (about 8 ounces)
1/2 cup Kriek lambic beer
2 tablespoons honey
1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly, plus more for greasing
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup almonds, coarsely chopped (about 1 ounce)
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
Pinch of nutmeg
Pinch of ground cardamom

1
In a bowl, mix the pitted and dried cherries, beer, honey, vanilla and a pinch each of salt and pepper.
2
Let stand for 30 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375.
4
Butter six 8-ounce ramekins and set them on a rimmed baking sheet.
5
In a medium bowl, combine the sugar, flour, almonds, brown sugar, cinnamon, orange zest, nutmeg and cardamom.
6
Stir in the melted butter.
7
Press the topping into clumps.
8
Spoon the cherry filling into the ramekins and sprinkle with the topping.
9
Bake for about 30 minutes, until browned and bubbling.
10
Serve the crisps warm or at room temperature.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds dark cherries, pitted, 1 1/2 cups dried sour cherries (about 8 ounces), 1/2 cup Kriek lambic beer, 2 tablespoons honey, and more.

Yes, Cherry Lambic Crisps 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.

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Cherry Lambic Crisps

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