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Warm Blackcherry Crisp

This delicius Warm Blackcherry Crisp is totally refined sugar - free. If this is not an issue for you feel free to use regular ice cream.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories:
Author: Leah Ingram

Ingredients

  • Ingredients:
  • 4½ cups frozen black cherries thawed and chopped
  • ¼ cup honey preferably local
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • Topping Ingredients:
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • ½ cup pecans chopped
  • 1/3 cup honey preferably local
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1/8 teaspoon table salt
  • 2 tablespoons 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

Tip: Frozen cherries are much easier to use than fresh 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.
Optional, to Serve:Greek yogurt, homemade whipped cream, or sugar-free ice cream. Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish