Blackberry Crisp
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Blackberry Crisp
Description
This dessert balances fresh blackberries tossed with cane sugar, cornstarch to thicken, lemon juice and zest for brightness, and vanilla for depth. The topping is a crumbly mixture of rolled oats, almond flour, brown sugar, crushed walnuts, cinnamon, sea salt, and firm coconut oil worked in by hand to create a coarse texture.
Baking melds the flavors and softens the blackberries while the topping crisps and browns, adding texture and nutty notes. The crisp is typically served warm accompanied by vanilla ice cream, contrasting cold creaminess with warm fruit and crunch.
It suits casual desserts showcasing summer or late-season berries and uses simple pantry ingredients enhanced by spices and nuts.
Ingredients
- 2 pints blackberry 24 ounces
- 1 tablespoon cane sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- vanilla ice cream for serving
Topping
- ¾ cup rolled oats whole
- ¾ cup almond flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup walnuts crushed
- ¾ teaspoon cinnamon
- sea salt heaping ¼ teaspoon
- 6 tablespoons coconut oil firm
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease an 8x8-inch or similar baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the blackberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice and zest, and vanilla and toss to coat.
- Make the topping: In a medium bowl, combine the oats, almond flour, brown sugar, walnuts, cinnamon, and salt. Using your hands, work in the firm coconut oil until the mixture is crumbly.
- Scoop the blackberry filling into the prepared baking dish. Evenly sprinkle on the topping and bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Serve with vanilla ice cream.