Description
Simple, crowd-pleasing dessert with a bright cherry filling and a buttery, oat-studded crumble.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Combine the cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Mix the flour, oats, brown sugar, melted butter, salt, and cinnamon in another large bowl until crumbly.
- Press half of the crumble mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the cherry mixture over the crust, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the top of the cherries.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Press the bottom layer firmly for a stable crust and ensure frozen cherries are thawed and drained to prevent a soggy bottom.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American