What is the difference between cherry crisp and cherry cobbler?

The primary distinction between cherry crisp and cherry cobbler is found in their toppings. Cherry crisp is characterized by a crunchy topping made from oats, which bakes to a golden, crispy finish. Conversely, cherry cobbler usually has a topping that resembles biscuits or cake, resulting in a soft and fluffy texture. While both desserts are delightful, it is the texture of the topping that differentiates them.

How do you make a cherry crumble?

Making a cherry crumble is very similar to making a cherry crisp. The key difference is in the topping. For a cherry crumble, you’ll combine flour, butter, sugar, and a pinch of salt, but without oats. Simply crumble the mixture over the cherries before baking, and you’ll have a delicious dessert with a slightly different texture than a crisp.

Does cherry crisp need to be refrigerated?

Yes, Easy Cherry Crisp should be refrigerated if you have leftovers. Store it in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. When you're ready to enjoy your crisp again, you can reheat it in the oven to bring back that crispy topping, or microwave individual servings for a quick and easy treat.

What can I make with fresh-picked cherries?

Fresh-picked cherries are perfect for all kinds of treats! You can use them to make pies, tarts, jams, or even as a topping for yogurt or salads. Of course, Easy Cherry Crisp is one of the easiest and most delicious ways to enjoy fresh cherries, but don’t hesitate to get creative and experiment with other recipes.

Easy Cherry Crisp Recipe: A Delicious, Simple Dessert to Try Today

Name: Easy Cherry Crisp
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 to 6 cups cherries (fresh or frozen), washed and pitted; 1 cup flour; 1 1/4 cups sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 unbeaten egg; 1/3 cup butter, melted

Description

This Easy Cherry Crisp is a delightful dessert with a buttery, crumbly topping and a vibrant cherry filling. Whether you’re using fresh or frozen cherries, it’s an easy, comforting treat that everyone will love.

Ingredients

1 cup flour

1 1/4 cups sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

3/4 teaspoon salt

1 unbeaten egg

1/3 cup butter, melted

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare the Cherries: In a bowl, mix the cherries with 1/4 cup sugar, reserving the remaining 1 cup of sugar for later.

Transfer to Pan: Pour the cherry mixture into a greased 8×8-inch baking dish.

Make the Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, the remaining 1 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, and the unbeaten egg. Stir until the mixture is well blended and crumbly.

Top the Cherries: Sprinkle the crumbly mixture evenly over the cherries.

Add Butter: Pour the melted butter over the topping.

Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cherries are bubbling.

Notes

This Easy Cherry Crisp can be made with either fresh or frozen cherries. If you’re using frozen cherries, remember to thaw them first and drain any excess juice.

Adjust the sugar level mixed with the cherries depending on how sweet or tart they are. You can add more or less sugar based on your preference.

For a variation, substitute margarine for butter if desired.

What I love about this recipe is its simplicity! Other than the cherries, all the ingredients are pantry staples: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, egg, and butter.

To make this dessert even more indulgent, serve it with a scoop of homemade vanilla ice cream (perhaps try my Grandma’s recipe!). Whipped cream or Cool Whip also pair beautifully with it.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 307 kcal
Sugar: 42g
Sodium: 340mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0.3g
Carbohydrates: 57g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 41mg