Can I use frozen cherries?

Absolutely! Frozen sour cherries work beautifully—just toss them in frozen (no need to thaw) and maybe add an extra tablespoon of flour to the filling if they seem extra juicy. I always stock up during cherry season and freeze them for year-round crisp emergencies.

How do I pit sour cherries without making a mess?

Oh boy, do I have stories about cherry-stained shirts! My favorite method is using a simple cherry pitter—it's a game-changer. No pitter? A sturdy straw or chopstick works too. Just push through the stem end to pop the pit out the other side. Pro tip: Do this over a bowl to catch all that precious juice!

Can I make this gluten-free?

You bet! Swap the all-purpose flour for your favorite gluten-free blend (I like almond flour for extra flavor). Just make sure your oats are certified gluten-free—some brands process them in facilities with wheat.

Why is my topping soggy?

This usually happens if the butter was too soft when mixing. Next time, keep that butter ice-cold and don't overmix—you want visible butter chunks. Also, let the crisp rest for at least 10 minutes after baking so the juices thicken up.

Irresistible Sour Cherry Crisp Recipe in Just 15 Minutes

Name: Sour Cherry Crisp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups sour cherries (pitted); 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 cup rolled oats; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/2 tsp cinnamon; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/2 cup cold butter (cubed)

Sour Cherry Crisp

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A delicious summer dessert featuring tart sour cherries topped with a buttery oat crumble. Perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.

Author: PureCookingJoy
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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4 cups sour cherries (pitted)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup cold butter (cubed)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, mix cherries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Pour into a baking dish.
In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle topping evenly over cherries.
Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Use fresh or frozen sour cherries.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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