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Strawberry crisp is a warm dessert with juicy berries and a crisp oat topping. It is easy to make and works well when fresh strawberries are in season.

This recipe gives you three choices: a classic crisp, a lower-sugar version, and a gluten-free version. Each one bakes in a small dish and serves about six people.

If you want berries from your own garden, see our guide on when to plant strawberries in Alabama.

Classic Strawberry Crisp

Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 35 to 40 minutes
Servings: 6

Filling

  • 5 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Crisp Topping

  • 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

Directions

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
  2. Mix the strawberries, cornstarch, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla. Spread the fruit in the dish.
  3. Mix the oats, flour, brown sugar, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mix looks crumbly.
  4. Spread the topping over the berries.
  5. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. The fruit should bubble and the top should be golden.
  6. Let the crisp cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Lower-Sugar Strawberry Crisp

Use the same method as the classic recipe. For the filling, use 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup instead of 1/4 cup sugar.

For the topping, use 3/4 cup oats, 1/2 cup almond flour, 2 tablespoons brown sugar or another baking sweetener, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup cold butter or coconut oil.

Gluten-Free Strawberry Crisp

For a gluten-free crisp, use certified gluten-free oats. Use almond flour, oat flour, or a gluten-free flour blend in the topping.

Keep the same strawberry filling. Cornstarch or arrowroot can thicken the fruit. Check labels on all packaged ingredients if you must avoid gluten.

Simple Serving Ideas

  • Vanilla ice cream
  • Whipped cream
  • Plain or vanilla yogurt
  • Chopped pecans or almonds
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