Easy Blueberry Crisp Recipe
This Easy Blueberry Crisp is a delightful and simple dessert featuring fresh or frozen blueberries topped with a buttery, oat and almond crumble. Perfect for a cozy treat, it combines juicy berries with a sweet and crunchy topping, baked to golden perfection.
- Author: Isabella
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Blueberry Filling
- 5 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Rind of 1 lemon
- Juice of half a lemon
Crumble Topping
- ¼ cup butter (softened)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup oats (regular or quick)
- ½ cup sliced almonds (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the crisp.
- Prepare the lemon: Grate the rind of one lemon carefully, then squeeze the juice from half of the lemon.
- Mix the blueberry filling: In a large bowl, gently toss the blueberries with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, the lemon rind, 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice, and 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. This mixture will help thicken the fruit juices as it bakes. Transfer this mixture into a 2-quart baking dish.
- Make the crumble topping: Using a fork, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, oats, flour, sliced almonds if using, and cinnamon until the mixture becomes crumbly and well combined. This topping adds a sweet, crunchy texture to the crisp.
- Assemble and bake: Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the blueberry mixture in the baking dish. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the berries are bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Allow the crisp to cool slightly for a few minutes to let the juices thicken further. Serve warm for the best comforting experience.
Notes
- You can use either fresh or frozen blueberries; just thaw and drain frozen berries slightly before using.
- For a nut-free version, omit the sliced almonds.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent dessert.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and ensure oats are certified gluten-free.
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