Strawberry Crisp
Get ready to dive into a delicious Strawberry Crisp recipe that bursts with juicy strawberry flavor and has a crispy, crunchy topping! This delightful dessert is perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or just to enjoy on a cozy evening. You’ll love how simple it is to whip up this tasty treat, and the results will impress friends and family alike!
Ingredients
- For the Filling:
- 4 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar or maple syrup as a substitute
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- For the Topping:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted (or coconut oil)
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts almonds, walnuts, or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: First things first—let’s preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). This way, your crisp will be baking in the perfect environment from the get-go!
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine your sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Toss everything together gently, so the strawberries are well-coated. Pour this mixture into the bottom of an 8x8-inch baking dish. It’s going to look vibrant and scrumptious!
- Create the Topping: Now, moving on to the crunchy topping! In a separate bowl, mix together the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Then, pour in the melted butter and give it a good stir until everything is evenly combined. You want it to be crumbly and, well, delicious! If you’re adding nuts, toss those in too!
- Combine and Bake: Spread that crunchy topping evenly over the strawberry filling. It should look like a warm, golden blanket for those delightful berries! Pop it in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly—oh boy, it’s going to be hard to wait!
- Cool and Serve: Once it’s out of the oven, let your Strawberry Crisp cool for a bit. Nobody wants to burn their mouth, right? Serve it warm, maybe with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or some whipped cream on top. You deserve it!