Pin A comforting budget-friendly dessert featuring sweet frozen fruit and a golden oat topping. Perfect for using pantry and freezer staples when you need a fuss-free treat.
I first made this fruit crisp on a chilly night when all I had was frozen berries and some oats in my pantry. It's become a favorite for how quickly it comes together and how comforting each warm bite feels.
Ingredients
- Mixed frozen fruit: 6 cups (such as berries, peaches, or apples)
- Granulated sugar: 1/3 cup (adjust to taste depending on fruit)
- All-purpose flour or cornstarch: 2 tbsp
- Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon (optional): 1/2 tsp
- Old-fashioned rolled oats: 1 cup
- All-purpose flour: 1/2 cup
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup, packed
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/4 tsp
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup, melted
Instructions
- Prep Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Fruit Filling:
- In a large bowl toss the frozen fruit with sugar flour or cornstarch lemon juice and cinnamon. Spread evenly into a 9x13-inch (or similar) baking dish.
- Make Crisp Topping:
- In another bowl mix the oats flour brown sugar cinnamon and salt. Pour in melted butter and stir until clumps form.
- Assemble & Bake:
- Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the fruit. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
- Serve:
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm optionally with vanilla ice cream or yogurt.
Pin My family always gathers around the table for a big scoop of warm fruit crisp after dinner—especially when it's chilly outside. It's a dessert everyone looks forward to.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl measuring cups and spoons baking dish and a mixing spoon or spatula. An oven is essential for baking the crisp until golden.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (flour) and milk (butter). For gluten-free use certified gluten-free oats and a gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free swap with plant-based butter substitute.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 290. Total fat: 10 g. Carbohydrates: 48 g. Protein: 3 g per serving.
Pin This fruit crisp is a cozy dessert that's perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy every bite and make it your own with your favorite fruits!
Recipe FAQ
- → What fruits work best for this crisp?
Mixed frozen berries, peaches, apples, or any preferred frozen fruit blend are ideal for a balanced flavor and texture.
- → Can I make the topping dairy-free?
Yes, replacing butter with melted coconut oil or vegan butter keeps the topping rich and crunchy without dairy.
- → How do I achieve a crispy oat topping?
Mix oats with brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, and melted butter. Spread evenly and bake until golden and crisp.
- → Is it important to use frozen fruit?
Frozen fruit works well to keep the filling juicy as it thaws and cooks, offering convenience and consistent flavor.
- → Can nuts be added to the topping?
Yes, chopped walnuts or pecans mix well into the oat topping for extra crunch and flavor.