A quick and delicious dessert… Cherry Almond Crisp!
What to do when you make cherry pie filling? You could make a cherry pie….but why not Cherry Almond Crisp? Crisps are one of my favorite desserts to make because they are so darned easy. Not to mention I love that crisp topping.
Earlier in the week I made cherry pie filling, but you could easily use a can of store bought pie filling. The topping is simply made with butter, brown sugar, oatmeal and almonds. You could swap out the almonds for walnuts or pecans. I think it would be delicious with any type of nut. You could even omit the nuts altogether, although they do add a bit more flavor and crunch.
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. You could dress this up a bit by serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!
Cherry pie filling topped with an oatmeal almond crust
- 3 cups Cherry Pie Filling or 1 30 oz can
- 1 2/3 cup oatmeal
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- Lightly grease a baking dish
- Add cherry pie filling
- In a separate bowl mix remaining ingredients.
- Pour oatmeal mixture over cherries and spread evenly
- Bake, uncovered in a 350 degree oven for 20-25 minutes. You want to topping browned, but not burnt. Keep an eye on the almonds. They tend to burn easily.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
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41 Comments
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen
June 25, 2016 at 8:09 amDoesn’t get any better for summer Kathy! Easy and delicious! Just the way I like it!
Kathy
June 26, 2016 at 5:37 amThe only way to make it better is easy, delicious, and someone else doing the dishes! 🙂
Fran @ G'day Souffle'
June 25, 2016 at 3:07 pmThis would be great warmed up with a spoonful of vanilla ice cream on the side! Regarding cherries, I have recently been making duck breast with morello cherry sauce. I envy you having your own cherry tree- cherries are quite expensive.
Kathy
June 26, 2016 at 5:36 amI’ve never used cherries in a savory dish. I will need to check yours out.
Nicoletta @sugarlovespices
June 25, 2016 at 6:47 pmWe love crisps and this one looks sooo delicious,Kathy!
Kathy
June 26, 2016 at 5:36 amYou can make them with just about any type of fruit.
Kaylene @ The Links Site
June 26, 2016 at 12:59 amI love desserts like this, very simple yet so delicious! I wouldn’t be able to resist adding a scoop of ice cream!
Kathy
June 26, 2016 at 5:35 amIce cream does take this to the next yummy level!
Amanda
June 26, 2016 at 7:22 amI’ve wanted to make my own cherry pie filling, but I never have. But this looks so good that I’m getting tempted! This is so summery. I love it!
Kathy
June 28, 2016 at 4:30 amIt’s really simple to make. I think you should give it a try.
Pamela @ BFG
June 26, 2016 at 5:31 pmWow this looks incredible! I love a good crisp, especially with a tartness to it. Pinning to enjoy!
Kathy
June 28, 2016 at 4:30 amCrisps are so versatile. You can use almost any type of fruit.
Laura ~ Raise Your Garden
June 27, 2016 at 5:43 amI think you must have read my brain ~ I’ve had crisps on the brain lately. I’ve been craving what I consider “Fall” food. Chili and crisps. But I really like the idea of using cherries. Yum. I’ll send you my address for shipping purposes. hehe.
Kathy
June 28, 2016 at 4:29 amIt’s way too early for fall. Summer has just gotten started. You enjoy your chili and crisps, but keep the days long and the weather warm. 🙂
David @ Spiced
June 27, 2016 at 6:46 amWhat an awesome idea, Kathy! We had some leftover cherry pie filling not too long ago and we just served it over ice cream. But now I’m wishing I had used it in this crisp. Guess I’ll just have to make some more now…oh darn! 🙂
Kathy
June 28, 2016 at 4:28 amCherry pie filling would be great over ice cream too. I’ll need to whip up another batch too!
Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen
June 27, 2016 at 10:35 amLoving the sound of this dessert. Cherry almond goes so well together. I love pretty pink anything and if the pink is dessert then I surely can’t resist.
Kathy
June 28, 2016 at 4:27 amThe pinks in these cherries is quite fun.
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary
June 27, 2016 at 1:00 pmCrisps are SO perfect for the summer and this one looks delicious, Kathy!! Love the fresh cherries and almond combination! So yum! Cheers!
Kathy
June 28, 2016 at 4:27 amAlmonds and cherries are a great combination.
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June 27, 2016 at 4:54 pmcrisp is one of my favorite desserts! it’s so easy and tastes amazing! love the almond and cherry version!
Kathy
June 28, 2016 at 4:26 amThey are so easy to make.
Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks
June 27, 2016 at 7:43 pmOMG! Yes! This cherry crisp looks amazing! Love the almonds!
Kathy
June 28, 2016 at 4:25 amThe almonds do add just the right touch.
mira
June 27, 2016 at 7:44 pmLove cherries and this looks amazing! Pinning to try it!
Kathy
June 28, 2016 at 4:25 amI hope you enjoy it!
Dawn @ Girl Heart Food
June 28, 2016 at 4:09 amThis just says Summer to me! What a great way to use that delicious cherry pie filling 🙂
Kathy
June 28, 2016 at 4:24 amSummer is all about fresh cherries and other fresh foods.
kushi
June 28, 2016 at 6:33 amLooks so beautiful and amazingly delicious. Love the combo 🙂
Kathy
June 29, 2016 at 7:09 amIt is a great combo!
Kim | Low Carb Maven
June 28, 2016 at 8:14 amMy mother made apple crisps when I was a child. I loved them so much. I can only imagine how much better a cherry crisp would be! My mouth is watering!
Kathy
June 29, 2016 at 7:09 amI think any kind of crisp is amazing! I love that you can simply change the fruit and boom….you’ve got a whole new dessert!
Ashley
June 28, 2016 at 12:43 pmCherry + almond is just such a good combo! And in a crisp?? Even better! Such a great summer dessert!
Kathy
June 29, 2016 at 7:07 amI love crisps because they are so easy to make. But they are also great to take to a picnic or potluck. They are always a winner!
Jess @ Sweetest Menu
June 28, 2016 at 1:33 pmThat looks sensational Kathy! Love that colour and such pretty photos!!
Kathy
June 29, 2016 at 7:06 amI used two different kinds of cherries because that’s what I had on hand. One was a dark Bing cherry and the other a lighter Ranier. Together they made a fabulous color!
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June 29, 2016 at 11:06 amYep, I’m with you…crisps are one of my favorite desserts, too! And made with homemade cherry pie filling? Well, that’s just the best! 🙂
Kathy
June 30, 2016 at 5:53 amWhen you have fresh fruit available, you have to put it to good use 🙂
Katie Crenshaw
July 1, 2016 at 6:17 amKathy, this Cherry Almond Crisp looks incredible! I am pinning this and the Cherry Pie filling! They both look amazing!
Kathy
July 2, 2016 at 6:31 amThanks, Katie! There’s nothing better than using fresh cherries while they are in season!
Kathy
July 6, 2016 at 3:52 pmThanks, Katie! I hope you give them a try!