Vanilla Maple Berry Crisp (Printable Version)
Juicy mixed berries topped with a golden, maple-infused oat crumble.
# Ingredient List:
→ Berry Filling
01 - 4 cups mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries)
02 - 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
03 - 1 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
05 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
06 - Pinch of salt
→ Crisp Topping
07 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
08 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
09 - 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
10 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
11 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
12 - 1/4 tsp salt
13 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
14 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
15 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the mixed berries, maple syrup, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Add a pinch of salt and toss gently until the fruit is evenly coated.
03 - Pour the coated berry mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.
04 - In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, chopped nuts (if using), brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
05 - Pour the melted butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup into the dry oat mixture. Stir until evenly moistened and crumbly.
06 - Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the berries in the baking dish.
07 - Bake for 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling around the edges.
08 - Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The maple syrup adds a deep, caramel sweetness that pairs perfectly with tart berries.
- It comes together in just fifteen minutes of prep work.
02 -
- The cornstarch is essential to thicken the juices so you do not end up with a soup at the bottom.
- Let the dish rest for at least 10 minutes after baking to allow the fruit filling to set properly.
03 -
- Toast your nuts in a dry pan for 3 minutes before adding them to the topping for extra flavor.
- Check the crisp at the 25 minute mark and cover with foil if it is browning too fast.