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    Balsamic Cherry Crisp

    Published: Jan 24, 2015 · Modified: Jan 19, 2023 by thekitchenprep · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Balsamic Cherry Crisps! Rich balsamic vinegar adds an unexpected kick to sweet, tart cherries topped with a crunchy oat and almond crumble topping in this delicious dessert.

    Gentlemen, listen up: Impressing your lady this Valentine's Day isn't as difficult as you think.

    Sure, you can go the safe route, make dinner reservations and show up with a bouquet of roses. {::yawn::} Oh, excuse me. I fell asleep for a second.

    OR... you can get your gal to brag on you to all of her girlfriends by sweetening up the evening with HOMEMADE DESSERT. {Yes please!}

    These Balsamic Cherry Crisps are such a fantastic treat for two {or more!}. Sweet and tart cherries get a kick from rich balsamic vinegar. For a little texture, a combination of oats and almonds {and a surprise cameo from chili powder} creates a crunchy crumble topping that works perfectly with the tender cherry filling.

    Balsamic Cherry Crisp

    The Kitchen Prep
    Adapted from Reader's Digest
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 50 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 Servings

    Ingredients
      

    Crisp Topping:

    • ¼ cup almonds
    • ¼ cup rolled oats
    • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
    • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
    • Pinch of chili powder
    • Pinch of salt
    • 3  tablespoons butter melted

    Cherry Filling:

    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 4  cups frozen cherries thawed and drained
    • ⅓ cup powdered sugar
    • 3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

    Instructions
     

    For Crisp:

    • Combine almonds, oats, flour, sugar, cinnamon, chili powder and salt in a food processor or blender and pulse until coarsely ground.
    • Pour mixture into a bowl and stir in melted butter. The mixture should resemble wet sand and form small clumps. Set aside.

    For Filling:

    • In saucepan over medium high heat, melt butter and olive oil together. Add thawed cherries and powdered sugar and allow to come to a bubble. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the liquid has slightly thickened.
    • Remove from heat and stir in balsamic vinegar and vanilla extract. Cool slightly, and then add slurry of cornstarch and water. Stir until well incorporated.

    For assembly:

    • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Divide cherry mixture among 4 ramekins. Divide crisp topping evenly among ramekins.
    • Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for about 30-35 minutes or until the tops are just starting to become golden and the filling is bubbly.
    • Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
    • Serve warm. {With a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top is even better!}
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