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Cherry Crumble

Name: Cherry Crumble
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 cup rolled oats; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1/2 tsp salt

4.8/5

20 reviews

55min Total Time

8 people Servings

Easy Difficulty

Budget Cost

280 kcal Calories

Cherry Crumble: the perfect excuse to indulge without feeling guilty!

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Ingredients

4 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a bowl, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.

Pour the cherry mixture into a baking dish.

In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.

Drizzle melted butter over the oat mixture and stir until clumpy.

Spread the oat mixture over the cherries evenly.

Bake for 30-35 minutes until the topping is golden brown.

Let cool slightly before serving.

Pro Tips

Use fresh cherries for the best flavor.nBlend in some almond extract for depth.nLet cool to enhance flavors.

Troubleshooting

Oat topping too dry? Add more butter.nFilling too runny? Add more cornstarch next time.

Recipe Variations

Add nuts for crunch.nTry with blueberries or peaches instead.nUse oats mixed with coconut for flavor.

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.nPair with whipped cream on top.nGarnish with mint leaves for freshness.

Nutrition Facts

280

Calories

Protein

45g

Carbs

12g

Fat

Fiber

25g

Sugar

150mg

Sodium

30mg

Cholesterol

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Not pitting cherries properly can ruin bite.nOverbaking can make topping dry and hard.nMixing too long will make topping mushy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen cherries?

Yes, just thaw before using in filling.

How do I make it gluten-free?

Use gluten-free flour and oats.

Can I add other fruits?

Yes, mix in peaches or blueberries.

How do I store leftovers?

Keep in airtight container in the fridge.

What's the best way to serve it?

Warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

Reviews

Amina

Mar 8, 2026

Absolutely delightful! The cherries are perfect.

Sofia

Mar 14, 2026

So easy to make and delicious!

Raj

Mar 4, 2026

A new family favorite! Everyone loved it.

John

Mar 1, 2026

Exceeded my expectations. Will make again.

Chen

Mar 19, 2026

Best crumble I've ever tasted. Yum!