Pin It A comforting, budget-friendly dessert featuring sweet frozen fruit and a golden oat topping—perfect for using pantry and freezer staples.
I first made this fruit crisp using the odds and ends of fruit tucked away in my freezer. The oat topping comes together quickly and adds a delicious crunch, making this dessert a household favorite for cozy evenings.
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, packed: 1/2 cup
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/4 tsp
- Unsalted butter, melted: 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Prep the 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.
- Mix crisp topping:
- In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour in melted butter and stir until clumps form.
- Layer and bake:
- Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the fruit. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, 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 It This dessert always brings my family together after a busy day. Sharing warm fruit crisp fresh from the oven is a simple pleasure everyone looks forward to.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, measuring cups and spoons, baking dish (9x13-inch or similar), mixing spoon or spatula, oven
Allergen Information
Contains wheat and milk. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free oats and a gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, use a plant-based butter substitute. Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 290 (Total Fat: 10 g, Carbohydrates: 48 g, Protein: 3 g)
Pin It This fruit crisp is delicious served warm and even better with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy the flavors and simplicity of a classic dessert you can make any time of year.
Recipe FAQs
- → What fruits work best for this crisp?
Mixed frozen berries, peaches, apples, or any combination provides balance and flavor.
- → How can I make the topping crunchier?
Adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the oat mixture enhances texture and crunch.
- → Can I substitute the butter in the topping?
Yes, melted coconut oil or plant-based butter works well for dairy-free versions.
- → How do I know when the crisp is done baking?
The topping should be golden brown and the fruit should be bubbling around the edges.
- → What’s the best way to serve this dish?
It’s delicious warm on its own or topped with vanilla ice cream or yogurt for creaminess.
- → Is it possible to make this gluten-free?
Use certified gluten-free oats and replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.