Cherry Almond Crisp

Homemade Cherry Crisp, packed with almonds and topped with a thick layer of crunchy brown sugar streusel. Serve it with homemade amaretto whipped cream for an extra special treat!

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 35

Servings:

Calories: 358kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

Crisp

3 Tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 cups pitted tart cherries
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup flour
1 cup whole raw almonds coarsely chopped
1/2 cup butter melted

Whipped cream

1 cup heavy whipping cream very cold
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
2 Tablespoons amaretto liqueur

Instructions

In a medium saucepan combine cornstarch, sugar, cherries, and vanilla.
Simmer 7-10 minutes until thickened.
Pour into greased 8x8 inch square pan or deep 9 inch pie plate.
In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, butter, and almonds.
Sprinkle evenly over cherries in pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Prepare whipped cream by combining whipping cream and sugar in a chilled bowl.
Beat with chilled beaters on medium speed, gradually adding in amaretto, until soft peaks form.

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