Warm Black Cherry Crisp Recipe
This Warm Black Cherry Crisp recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that will please everyone at the table. The recipe uses fresh or frozen black cherries, which are sweetened with honey instead of sugar.
The topping is made with almond flour and rolled oats, providing a crunchy and healthy gluten-free alternative to traditional flour and sugar. The combination of sweet and tart cherries with the nutty and crunchy topping makes this recipe a real crowd-pleaser. The recipe is simple and easy to follow, so you can have this delicious dessert ready in no time.
Warm Gluten-free Black Cherry Crisp
This recipe for Warm Blackcherry Crisp not only tastes delicious, but it also has many health benefits. First, using honey as a sweetener provides a natural alternative to processed sugar. Honey is a good source of antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help boost the immune system and protect against certain diseases.
Black cherries are also a great source of antioxidants, specifically anthocyanins, which are known to have anti-inflammatory effects and may help reduce the risk of certain cancers. They are also a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.
Almond flour, a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour, is a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber. It is also low in carbohydrates and has a lower glycemic index than wheat flour, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. Rolled oats are also a healthy ingredient, they are a good source of fiber and antioxidants and have been linked to lower cholesterol levels and a reduced risk of heart disease.
Finally, this recipe is also high in healthy fats, as it uses rich high-quality butter to make the crisp topping. This makes it a great option for those looking to maintain a healthy LCHF diet. Swaps mentioned below can increase the keto nutrition facts to make this even mire guilt-free. Overall, this recipe is a tasty and nutritious option for a dessert or a treat.
- Ingredients:
- 4½ c. frozen black cherries, thawed and chopped
- ¼ c. honey, preferably local
- ½ t. ground cinnamon
- ½ t. ground allspice
- ¼ t. ground cloves
- 1 T. fresh thyme leaves
- Topping Ingredients:
- 1 c. old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ c. almond flour
- ½ c. pecans, chopped
- 1/3 c. honey, preferably local
- 3 T. unsalted butter, melted
- 1/8 t. sea salt
- 2 T. melted coconut oil (or olive oil)
Low-Carb Substitutions
The use of almond flour eliminates unnecessary carbs. The tartness of the cherries combined with the spices and honey provides a perfect combination of sweet and sour that will delight your tastebuds.
If you’re looking to make this recipe more low-carb, there are a few substitutions you can make to reduce the amount of carbohydrates.
- Instead of using honey to sweeten the cherry filling, you can use a low-carb sweetener such as erythritol, stevia, or monk fruit sweetener.
- Instead of using rolled oats in the topping, use a low-carb alternative such as almond meal, or crushed nuts like macadamia, hazelnuts, or pecans.
- Reduce the quantity of honey in the topping or again, use a sugar-free alternative.
By making these substitutions, you’ll be able to enjoy a delicious and satisfying low-carb version of this Warm Black Cherry Crisp recipe. However, be aware that depending on the sweetener and topping you choose, the texture and flavor of the final recipe may vary.
Tip
Frozen cherries are much easier to use than fresh ones for this recipe. Place frozen cherries in a small strainer set over a large bowl to collect the liquid while thawing. Reserve the liquid to use in smoothies, cocktails, or non-alcoholic beverages. For example, you can combine some of the cherry juice with club soda and some crushed mint for a refreshing spritzer.
Warm Blackcherry Crisp
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- 4½ c. frozen black cherries thawed and chopped
- ¼ c. honey preferably local
- ½ t. ground cinnamon
- ½ t. ground allspice
- ¼ t. ground cloves
- 1 T. fresh thyme leaves
- Topping Ingredients:
- 1 c. old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ c. almond flour
- ½ c. pecans chopped
- 1/3 c. honey preferably local
- 3 T. unsalted butter melted
- 1/8 t. table salt
- 2 T. melted coconut oil or olive oil
Instructions
- Place top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 350°F.
- Combine thawed chopped cherries, honey, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and thyme leaves in a bowl. Toss to combine and set aside.
- Combine the topping ingredients in a separate bowl and stir until oats are thoroughly coated and all ingredients are well combined. Set aside.
- Lightly grease the four 9-oz. oval cast iron baking dishes (or the 10” cast iron skillet) with coconut oil.
- Divide the cherry mixture equally among the cast iron mini-servers and spread into an even layer. Divide the topping between the 4 mini-servers, as well, and spread into a thin layer on top.
- Place into pre-heated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is nicely browned and the cherry mixture is nice and bubbly. Tip: If using a 10” skillet, cover loosely with aluminum foil after 30 minutes and bake for another 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and set aside to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving plain or topped with some Greek yogurt, whipped cream, and/or sugar-free ice cream. Garnish with a couple sprigs of fresh thyme, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Add some Greek yogurt, homemade whipped cream, or sugar-free ice cream with Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish.
Or try one of my keto ice cream recipes!
Other Ice cream recipes to try:
Nutrition
- Calories: 550kcal
- Carbohydrates: 82g
- Protein: 9gFat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 1mg
- Sodium: 94mg
- Potassium: 483mg
- Fiber: 8g
- Sugar: 57g
- Vitamin A: 2326IU
- Vitamin C: 20mg
- Calcium: 105mg
- Iron: 3mg
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