Cherry Crisp

Name: Cherry Crisp with Oat Pecan Crumble
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp butter, for greasing; 1 (21 oz) jar cherry pie filling; 1/4 tsp almond extract; 1 cup self-rising flour; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg; 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed; 1 cup rolled oats; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 1/2 cup salted butter, melted; Vanilla ice cream, for serving; Fresh mint, for garnish

Cherry crisp is a simple summer dessert combining canned cherry pie filling with a buttery oat and pecan crumble topping that bakes into a crunchy, golden crust. It's naturally easy to assemble and tastes best served warm with vanilla ice cream.

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Total

45 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$23–$38

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 tbsp butter, for greasing
1 (21 oz) jar cherry pie filling
1/4 tsp almond extractoptional
1 cup self-rising flour
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup chopped pecansoptional
1/2 cup salted butter, melted
Vanilla ice cream, for servingoptional
Fresh mint, for garnishoptional

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 or 9x9 inch baking dish with butter.
2
Pour the cherry pie filling into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
3
If desired, add a few drops of almond extract to the cherry filling and stir to combine.
4
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the self-rising flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and packed brown sugar.
5
Add the rolled oats and optional chopped pecans to the bowl. Stir all the dry ingredients together.
6
Melt the salted butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
7
Pour the melted butter over the dry ingredients and mix with a spatula until a crumbly mixture forms.
8
Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the cherry filling in the baking dish.
9
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
10
Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a sprig of fresh mint.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Let the crisp cool for 5–10 minutes after baking so the filling sets slightly; it will be easier to scoop and serve.
Don't skip melting the butter before mixing with the crumble—it helps the topping brown evenly and taste richer.
If your crumble topping looks pale after 25 minutes but filling is bubbling, cover loosely with foil and bake another 5–10 minutes.
Use cold or room-temperature butter for the crumble if you want larger, crispier clumps; melted butter creates a more uniform, cake-like texture.

Substitutions

Rolled oats → quick oats (reduce texture; may be softer)
Almond extract → vanilla extract (mild, slightly different flavor profile)
Brown sugar → granulated sugar (less molasses depth, slightly drier crumble)
Self-rising flour → all-purpose flour + 1 tsp baking powder + 1/4 tsp salt per cup (maintains rise)

Storage & make-ahead

Store covered at room temperature up to 2 days; reheat in a 325°F oven for 10–15 minutes or microwave individual portions for best texture.

Common Questions

Can I use fresh cherries instead of canned cherry pie filling?

Yes. Use about 4 cups fresh pitted cherries mixed with 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tbsp cornstarch to thicken the filling before adding almond extract and baking.

How long does cherry crisp take to bake?

Typically 25–35 minutes at 350°F, until the filling bubbles around the edges and the crumble topping turns golden brown.

Can I make the crumble topping ahead of time?

Yes. Mix the dry ingredients (flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, oats, pecans) up to 24 hours ahead, then stir in melted butter just before assembling and baking.