Description
This Triple Berry Crisp is a delightful dessert that combines raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries in a luscious, bubbling fruit base topped with a buttery, oat-filled crumble. Perfectly baked until golden and served warm, it's a comforting treat that pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Topping
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- dash of salt
- 2/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 4 1/2 cups frozen berries (raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) to prepare for baking the crisp.
- Prepare the topping: In a bowl, combine oats, flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a dash of salt. Stir together to evenly mix all dry ingredients.
- Add butter to topping: Pour the melted unsalted butter into the oat mixture and stir well until the mixture is evenly incorporated into a soft crumble topping. Set aside.
- Mix the berry filling: In a separate bowl, gently toss the frozen raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries with flour, granulated sugar, salt, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, ensuring the berries are well-coated but not crushed.
- Assemble the crisp: Pour the berry mixture into an 8x8 inch casserole dish or similar sized pie plate. Evenly glob the crumble topping over the berries. Note that the topping will be softer due to the melted butter compared to typical dry crumble toppings.
- Bake: Place the assembled dish in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. Bake until the topping turns golden brown and the berries are bubbling around the edges, signaling the filling is cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Remove the crisp from the oven and transfer to a wire rack. Let it cool for at least 7-10 minutes before serving. For extra indulgence, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Store leftovers: Cover any leftovers tightly and store them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Try another recipe: For more delicious fruit desserts, consider trying an easy homemade apple crisp.
Notes
- Using frozen berries eliminates the need to adjust cooking time for fresh fruit.
- The melted butter in the topping creates a softer crumble texture compared to traditional dry toppings.
- Letting the crisp cool slightly allows the filling to thicken and prevents burns when serving.
- Adding lemon juice to the fruit helps brighten the flavors and balances the sweetness.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special dessert experience.
- Storing in the refrigerator will keep the crisp good for up to 5 days.
