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"Looking for a sweet treat that’s easy to make and full of summer vibes? Well, let me introduce you to the delightful mixed berry crisp. It’s a bright and colorful fruit blend, topped with a crunchy oat layer. The best part? It’s served up in individual portions, baked in small dishes called ramekins. You can enjoy it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream – it’s truly heavenly.
During the summer, I love making desserts like this, including peach crisp or strawberry rhubarb crisp. But there’s something special about this mixed berry version.
The secret to its deliciousness is the combination of seasonal fruit, particularly berries, baked until they’re hot and bubbly. Preparing it is a breeze. Mix five cups of your favorite berries with sugar and flour, and you’ve got a sweet, syrupy filling. I usually go for strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, but feel free to mix and match as you wish.
Then there’s the irresistible topping – a crispy, buttery, spiced layer that makes this dessert a real winner. Just mix together flour, old-fashioned oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt with butter, sprinkle it over the berries, and bake. It’s that simple! I use a similar topping for my apple crisp too, which is a big hit with my family.
Want to know how to make this mixed berry crisp? Here goes:
- Start by preheating your oven to 375ºF.
- Mix strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, flour, and sugar together.
- Divide the filling evenly among the ramekins.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and butter to make the topping.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the berry filling.
- Bake until the topping turns golden brown, and the berries are hot and bubbly – takes about 30 minutes.
- Enjoy your warm mixed berry crisp.
Want to use frozen berries instead of fresh ones? No problem! You can make this crisp all year round using frozen fruit. There’s no need to defrost the berries; just follow the same steps. It might need a bit more time in the oven, so start with 30 minutes and add more if necessary. To prevent the topping from getting too dark, cover it with foil.
The topping’s crunch comes from the combination of oats, flour, brown sugar, and butter. The key here is to use old-fashioned rolled oats as they hold their shape well and make the dessert extra crispy.
This recipe is pretty flexible, too. It makes four individual servings, but if you need more, you can easily double the recipe and bake it in a larger dish. Just remember to increase the baking time to about 30 to 40 minutes to account for the extra filling.
And lastly, let’s not forget the toppings! Fresh whipped cream or vanilla ice cream works great. You can also add some chopped almonds or pecans for an extra crunch, or top with fresh berries for a texture contrast.
So, that’s it! A delicious, easy-to-make mixed berry crisp that’s perfect for any occasion. If you’re searching for more fruity dessert ideas, why not try pineapple cake, chocolate-covered strawberries, baked apples with brown sugar and cinnamon, apple pie, or a lemon tart with a buttery shortbread crust? Enjoy baking!"
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