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Best Easy Fruit Crisp Recipe

Name: Best Easy Fruit Crisp Recipe
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 170 g
Ingredients: mixed fresh fruit (apples, berries, peaches, etc.) 5 cups; old-fashioned rolled oats 1 cup; all-purpose flour 0.5 cup; unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes) 0.5 cup; brown sugar 0.5 cup; ground cinnamon 1 tsp; lemon juice 1 tbsp; vanilla extract 1 tsp; salt 0.25 tsp

Warm fruit crisp with a buttery, golden oat topping over juicy seasonal fruit is a rustic, easy family dessert. This versatile recipe works beautifully with whatever fresh fruit is in season.

Cook 55 min Difficulty EASY 280 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

mixed fresh fruit (apples, berries, peaches, etc.) 5 cups
old-fashioned rolled oats 1 cup
all-purpose flour 0.5 cup
unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes) 0.5 cup
brown sugar 0.5 cup

Seasonings/Sauce

ground cinnamon 1 tsp
lemon juice 1 tbsp
vanilla extract 1 tsp
salt 0.25 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 44 g 62%

Protein 3 g 4%

Fat 11 g 34%

Serving size 170g

Cooking steps

1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly butter a 2-quart baking dish for even nonstick coverage.
2

In a large mixing bowl, toss the prepared fruit with lemon juice, vanilla extract, and half of the cinnamon and salt to coat evenly; spread the fruit in the baking dish.
3

In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, remaining cinnamon and salt. Add cold butter and use your fingertips or a pastry cutter to blend until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
4

Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the fruit layer, making sure to cover the entire surface for even browning.
5

Bake for 40–50 minutes until the topping is golden and crisp and the fruit is bubbling around the edges. Allow to cool at least 10 minutes for the juices to set before serving.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this fruit crisp recipe?

The key ingredient is the mixed fresh fruit, providing the juiciness and natural sweetness that define the base of the crisp. The fruit you choose sets the overall flavor and texture profile of the dessert.

Q. How do I ensure the oat topping turns out perfectly crisp and golden?

Make sure to use cold butter and cut it into the oat mixture until coarse crumbs form, then spread the topping evenly before baking. Bake at 350°F until golden brown and bubbling for the best texture.

Q. How can I prevent the fruit crisp from becoming soggy?

Don't skip the flour—it absorbs excess juice released by the fruit. Letting the crisp cool at least 10 minutes also helps the filling set and prevents a watery bottom.

Q. What is the calorie content and macronutrient breakdown per serving?

Each serving provides about 280 kcal, with 44g carbohydrates (62%), 3g protein (4%), and 11g fat (34%). This makes it a satisfying dessert option with balanced macros.

Best Easy Fruit Crisp Recipe

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