Ingredients
– 7 heaping cups frozen sweet cherries (dark sweet cherries preferred)
– 1/4 cup maple syrup
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder or cornstarch (optional, to thicken the filling)
– 1 1/2 cups oats (gluten-free if needed)
– 1 cup finely chopped sliced almonds
– 1 1/2 cups almond flour
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup maple syrup
– 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
– 1 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2-Mix cherry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the frozen cherries, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir in 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder or cornstarch until well mixed.
3-Prepare baking pan: Pour the cherry mixture into a 9×9 baking pan or 10.25-inch cast iron skillet.
4-Mix topping ingredients: In another bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups oats, 1 cup finely chopped sliced almonds, 1 1/2 cups almond flour, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
5-Combine wet ingredients: Stir in 1/2 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup melted coconut oil, and 1 teaspoon almond extract until well combined.
6-Assemble crisp: Evenly sprinkle the topping over the cherry filling, covering most of the cherries.
7-Bake: Bake for 55-60 minutes until the topping is golden brown. Broil for a few minutes at the end if extra crispness is desired.
8-Cool before serving: Let cool for 15 minutes before serving.
Last Step:
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❄️ Frozen sweet cherries give the best flavor; fresh cherries can be used as a substitute.
🌿 Arrowroot powder or cornstarch prevents the filling from becoming watery.
🍦 Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or extra chopped almonds for texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving