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Published: Jun 25, 2016 · Modified: Mar 19, 2022 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Cherry Almond Crisp

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A dessert with cherries and oats.

A quick and delicious dessert that can be ready in just 30 minutes! This Cherry Almond Crisp is filled with cherry filling and topped with an oatmeal almond crumble.

Make your own cherry pie filling or use a shortcut store bought filling.

Cherry crisp with sliced almonds on a plate.
Table of Contents
Why make this recipe
Key ingredients
Step by step directions
Recipe tips
Frequently asked questions
Variations
Serving suggestions
More recipes with cherries
Cherry Almond Crisp

Why make this recipe

This cherry crisp is the absolute easiest dessert to make! It's perfect when you need a last minute dessert and don't have time to run to the store. There's a good chance you already have everything you need already in your pantry!

When making this crisp, you can use a can of store bought cherry pie filling or you can make your own cherry pie filling. I've made it both ways and both are delicious.

The topping is simple. It's made with oats, brown sugar, almonds and butter. That's it! But the flavor is just perfect with the cherry filling.

Since this is so easy to make, it's a perfect recipe to bring to a potluck or a summer barbecue. I also like to pack the ingredients when we vacation and stay in a home rental.

I just pack the topping ingredients together, minus the butter, and grab a can of cherry pie filling. Nothing better than a homemade dessert while you're on vacation!

Key ingredients

Ingredients for making a cherry crisp.
  • Cherry pie filling - make your own or purchase a can of prepared filling
  • Oats - I like to use old fashioned oats because they are a bit heartier. You could also use minute oats or quick oats.
  • Brown sugar
  • Sliced almonds
  • Butter - melted

Step by step directions

  • Pour pie filling into a grease 8 inch baking dish
  • Mix oats, brown sugar, almonds and melted butter together
Pie fillng in a baking dish.
Pouring melted butter over oats.
  • Sprinkle mixture over the cherry pie filling
  • Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly
  • Allow crisp to cool slightly and serve while still warm or at room temperature
Adding a crumble topping to a dish.

Recipe tips

  • Some store bought pie fillings tend to be a bit sweet. Add a tablespoon of lemon juice, if desired.
  • Don't let the topping burn. You just want it slightly browned.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Cover leftovers and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or at room temperature for 2 days.
  • This cherry crisp can easily be doubled. Make certain you use a larger baking dish.

Frequently asked questions

Is cherry crisp gluten free?

This recipe is gluten free. If using a store bought cherry pie filling, be certain to read the ingredients. You can also use my homemade cherry pie filling which is gluten free.

Variations

  • Make an apple crisp using homemade apple pie filling
  • Use pecans instead of almonds
  • Omit the nuts
  • Add a ½ teaspoon of cinnamon to the topping

Serving suggestions

You can make this dessert ahead of time and serve at room temperature or even pop it back into the oven for 10 minutes to just heat it up a bit.

Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!

More recipes with cherries

  • Cherry cobbler
  • Cherry muffins
  • Snack cake with cherries
  • Cherry pie filling
  • Cherry pie
  • Chocolate cherry cookies
Cherry crisp with almonds.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

Be certain to check out all my delicious desserts!

  • Sour Cream Cookies
  • Raspberry Shortcake
  • Raspberry Sauce
  • Oreo Buttercream
Cherry crisp with sliced almonds on a plate.

Cherry Almond Crisp

Kathy
Cherry pie filling  topped with an oatmeal almond crust
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 259 kcal

Equipment

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  • 8 or 9 Inch Baking Dish
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Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups Cherry Pie Filling (30 ounce can)
  • 1 ⅓ cup oatmeal
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup butter (melted)
  • ⅓ cup sliced almonds

Instructions
 

  • Lightly grease a baking dish
  • Add cherry pie filling
    3 cups Cherry Pie Filling
  • In a separate bowl mix remaining ingredients.
    1 ⅓ cup oatmeal, ½ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup butter, ⅓ cup sliced almonds
  • Pour oatmeal mixture over cherries and spread evenly
  • Bake, uncovered in a 350 degree oven for 20-25 minutes.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Some store bought pie fillings tend to be a bit sweet. Add a tablespoon of lemon juice, if desired.
  • Don't let the topping burn. You just want it slightly browned.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Cover leftovers and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or at room temperature for 2 days.
  • This cherry crisp can easily be doubled. Make certain you use a larger baking dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 67mgPotassium: 173mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 359IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Rebecca says

    October 07, 2020 at 9:21 am

    This sounds like a great recipe for a jar of sour cherries my neighbor just finished canning and shared with me. Thinking I will need to add a little extra sweetness to those cherries though. Your recipe calls for slivered almonds, but the photo looks like sliced almonds. Do you personally have an almond preference...slivered or sliced for this recipe?

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    • Kathy says

      October 07, 2020 at 4:58 pm

      Lucky you to have a neighbor share such a treasure! I've used both types of almonds, but my favorite is the sliced almonds. I've gone back and adjusted the recipe to read sliced so it matches the images! Thanks for letting me know.
      Happy Baking,
      Kathy 🙂

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