This easy dump cherry crisp recipe is a delightful dessert option that combines the tanginess of cherries with the sweetness of a crisp topping. It is incredibly simple to make and requires no prior baking experience. With a crunchy oat topping and juicy cherry filling, this dessert is a crowd pleaser. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the perfect ending to any meal.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Vanilla ice cream (for serving)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine the cherries, 1/4 cup of flour, and 1/2 cup of brown sugar. Mix well to coat the cherries.
- Transfer the cherry mixture to a greased 9x9-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- In another bowl, combine the remaining 3/4 cup of flour, rolled oats, remaining 1/2 cup of brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
- Pour the melted butter over the oat mixture and stir until it forms a crumbly texture.
- Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the cherries in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crisp topping turns golden brown and the cherry filling is bubbling.
- Remove the cherry crisp from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
