Quinoa and Oats Cherry Crisp

By: Rosemary Mark


  • Yield:

    6 Servings

  • Cuisine:

    American

  • Course:

    Dessert



Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fresh or frozen pitted cherries, about 6 cups
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 2/3 cup oats,, regular or quick-cooking
  • 1/2 cup quinoa flakes, or 2 cups cornflakes crushed lightly to 1 cup
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup butter,, melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 °F. Partially thaw cherries if frozen. Cut large cherries into halves or quarters.
  2. Combine cherries, sugar and lemon juice in a bowl. Stir to mix well.
  3. In another bowl, mix oats, quinoa or cornflakes, brown sugar, almonds, butter and cinnamon until evenly blended.
  4. Divide cherries between 6 eight-ounce ramekins or use a 1-1/2 to 2 quart-size baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with crumb topping. Bake 35-40 minutes for ramekins, 40-45 minutes for baking dish. Serve warm or room temperature.
  5. Note: If fruit is very juicy, stir in 2 teaspoons cornstarch with sugar and lemon juice to lightly thicken juices, if desired. You may substitute frozen blueberries, which work equally well.