Blueberry Crisp
Blueberry Crisp
This Blueberry Crisp is filled with juicy blueberries and topped with a crunchy oat and almond topping. The combination of maple syrup, cinnamon, allspice, and rosemary creates a unique flavor that makes this dessert perfect for summer gatherings, family dinners, or blueberry season.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh blueberries, rinsed
- 1/4 cup real maple syrup
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary or 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
Topping Ingredients
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Optional for Serving
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place blueberries in a large bowl.
- Add maple syrup, cinnamon, allspice, and rosemary. Toss gently to combine.
- In a separate bowl combine oats, almond flour, almonds, honey, melted butter, and salt.
- Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Pour blueberry mixture into a 10-inch cast iron skillet or baking dish.
- Spread evenly across the bottom.
- Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the blueberries.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- If the topping is becoming too brown, loosely cover with foil.
- Continue baking another 15 to 20 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Serve warm with Greek yogurt, whipped cream, or ice cream.
Kid Helper Jobs
- Measure ingredients.
- Wash blueberries.
- Mix the topping.
- Sprinkle the crisp topping over the berries.
- Serve and garnish.
Blueberry Crisp Variations
- Add strawberries or raspberries.
- Replace almonds with pecans or walnuts.
- Add a little lemon zest for extra brightness.
- Use frozen blueberries if fresh are unavailable.
- Serve over pancakes or waffles for breakfast.
Tip: Let the crisp cool for at least 5 minutes before serving so the filling can thicken slightly.
Cook With Books Extension: Pair this recipe with the Blueberries for Sal Cook With Books Activity for a fun literacy and cooking lesson.
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