Cherry Crumble with Fresh Summer Cherries
A classic and comforting Cherry Crumble that captures the essence of summer with juicy fresh cherries topped by a crispy, golden crumble. This easy-to-make dessert balances tartness and sweetness with delightful textures, perfect for sharing with family and friends during warm days or cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Can be gluten-free if gluten-free flour and oats are used
Ingredients
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Cherry Filling
- 4 cups fresh summer cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crumble Topping
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherry Filling: Pit the fresh summer cherries and place them in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the cherries with granulated sugar, tablespoon of all-purpose flour, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Toss everything well to evenly coat the cherries. This mixture thickens as it bakes, keeping the cherries juicy but not watery.
- Make the Crumble Topping: In a separate bowl, combine cold cubed butter, brown sugar, flour, rolled oats, and cinnamon. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This step ensures a golden, crunchy crumble crust.
- Assemble the Crumble: Transfer the cherry filling to a greased baking dish. Evenly spread the crumble topping over the cherries, gently pressing it down so it holds together but remains crumbly.
- Bake Until Golden and Bubbly: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 35-40 minutes. The cherry filling should bubble around the edges, and the crumble topping will be golden brown. Let it cool slightly for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.
Notes
- Use ripe cherries for best natural sweetness and juiciness.
- Keep the butter cold to maintain a flaky, crunchy crumble topping.
- Avoid overmixing the crumble topping to achieve perfect texture.
- Let the crumble rest before serving to allow flavors to meld and filling to thicken.
- Serve the crumble warm for the best taste experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Cherry crumble, summer dessert, fruit crumble, fresh cherries, baking dessert, easy dessert, gluten-free dessert option