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Strawberry Crisp

A delightful dessert featuring juicy strawberries topped with a crumbly, buttery crisp, perfect for summer gatherings and evoking sweet memories.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberries
  • 5 to 6 cups halved ripe strawberries Look for fresh, fragrant berries; frozen can work too, just thaw and drain excess moisture.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Feel free to substitute with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract Adds a lovely nutty flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch Will help thicken the fruit juices.
For the Crisp Topping
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour All-purpose or gluten-free flour works here.
  • 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats Rolled oats provide the best texture.
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds a hint of warmth.
  • 10 tablespoons butter, melted Use unsalted for better control over sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds Delicious for added crunch!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spray a 9-inch square baking dish or a deep-dish pie pan with cooking spray.
  3. In a medium bowl, stir together the halved strawberries, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and cornstarch. Let this sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Pour your strawberry mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  5. In another bowl, stir together flour, oats, brown sugar, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, salt, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
  6. Drop the oat mixture by spoonfuls over the strawberries.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden-brown edges are bubbling.
  2. For the last 10 minutes of baking, sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
Serving
  1. Let it cool slightly and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

To avoid a soggy crisp, make sure to drain any excess moisture from your strawberries if using frozen ones. Always eat it warm!