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Hi Bold Bakers!
Ah, summer. Part of me wants it never to end—the desserts, with all of the seasonal fruits and berries–are just so good. Then, there’s part of me that wants to get to fall and winter desserts (and cooler temperatures!). But before it’s time to move on to other seasons, you have to try my Last Days of Summer Berry Crisp recipe!
Honestly, this recipe is to die for. The crisp topping isn’t the standard topping. Instead of chopped almonds, it’s actually made with ground almonds, giving it a really nice texture and a different twist. It’s so good that this dessert will be something you look forward to next summer, too!
What Is A Crisp?
A crisp is sort of like a pie, except it doesn’t have a pastry crust. Instead, it has a “crisp” topping, usually including almonds. Crisps are easily made, and they’re especially good when made with summer fruit. I can’t talk about crisps without mentioning that if you haven’t tried my pear and chocolate crisp yet, you’re not livin’.
[ Looking for crisp with a different fruit? Try my Skillet Cherry Crisp! ]
What You Need To Make Summer Berry Crisp
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowls
- 9-inch baking dish
- Oven
How To Make Summer Berry Crisp
If you have your vanilla ice cream ready, you’re really halfway to enjoying dessert, as this Summer Berry Crisp recipe couldn’t be easier. And just wait until you try the topping–you’ll be amazed at the luscious the flavor. You can grab the full recipe with measurements down below.
Gemma’s Pro Chef Tips For Making Berry Crisps
- Make the crisp topping in advance and keep it in the freezer so that you have it ready for a last-minute dessert emergency
- I love almonds but feel free to use ground walnuts or hazelnuts
- If you can’t find ground almonds in the store, simply grind whole nuts until fine in a food processor.
- This topping can be used on any in-season fruit, such as peaches, pears, apples, and blueberries.
- You can assemble the whole crisp up to eight hours in advance and then bake it when you’re ready.
- Make your own brown sugar!
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Full (and printable) recipe below!
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Summer Fruit Crisp Recipe
Ingredients
- ¾ cup (4oz/115g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (4oz/115g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (2oz/57g) ground almonds
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (4oz/115g) cold butter (cubed)
- 6 cups (1lb 14oz/852g) mixed berries
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl add the flour, sugar, almonds, cinnamon, and salt. Mix it up to combine.
- Add in the cold, cubed butter, and using your fingertips rub it into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- In a 9-inch pie dish add the fruit. (I used strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries).
- Toss the berries in the cornstarch, brown sugar, and lemon juice.
- Generously sprinkle the crisp topping over the prepared fruit.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for roughly 40-45 minutes or until bubbling and golden brown.
- Serve hot with vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Hi Gemma,
Can I omit the almonds for the crust? If so, leave it plain or add something else?
Hi Gemma,
Could we use frozen berries in this crumble? I have not been able to get to the shops, but have plenty of berries I froze during the summer. Can’t wait to try this recipe. I love your crumble & pie recipes.
Thanks,
Kelly O’Connor
Would it be ok to use almond flour instead of ground almonds? Amounts? Thanks so much, and love your recipes and your book!! 🙂
Gemma why don’t you show nutritional value for you recipes. Us dieters would love this information, so we can work it in to our diet. Thanks Linda McHugh