Cherry Crumble with Fresh Summer Cherries
A warm and comforting Cherry Crumble made with fresh summer cherries and a buttery, crunchy topping. This dessert perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors and is versatile enough to customize with nuts, spices, or alternative fruits. Ideal for enjoying the best of summer fruit, it’s simple to prepare and delicious served warm with ice cream or cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cherry Filling
- 4 cups fresh summer cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
Instructions
- Prepare the cherries: Wash and pit about 4 cups of fresh summer cherries. Toss them with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon lemon juice to enhance their natural flavor and help release juices while baking.
- Mix the crumble topping: In a bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in 1/2 cup cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Assemble the crumble: Place the cherry mixture evenly in a baking dish. Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over the cherries, ensuring full coverage for a crispy crust.
- Bake until golden: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and cherry juices bubble around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Let the cherry crumble cool slightly to thicken, then serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of cream.
Notes
- Use fresh, not frozen cherries for the best texture and flavor.
- Don’t skip the lemon juice; it brightens the cherries and balances sweetness.
- Keep butter cold while making the crumble topping to ensure crumbly texture.
- Spread topping evenly for consistent crunch across the dessert.
- Allow the crumble to cool briefly so the cherry juices set and it’s not too runny.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cherry crumble, summer dessert, fresh cherries, fruit crumble, easy dessert, baking