BHA & BHT Free Cherry Crumble with Coconut & Cassava Topping

Total time1 hr 5 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time40 min

BHA & BHT Free Cherry Crumble with Coconut & Cassava Topping

Tart, jammy cherries bubbling beneath a golden, crumbly topping — this dessert is the kind of thing that makes a kitchen smell absolutely incredible. What makes it especially smart is that every single ingredient is whole and recognizable, with no processed fats, synthetic antioxidants, or shelf-stabilized shortcuts anywhere in the mix. Cassava flour and tapioca starch give the topping a satisfying crunch and a slightly chewy edge, while shredded coconut and solid coconut oil bring richness without any questionable additives. Arrowroot starch thickens the cherry filling naturally, and a hit of fresh lemon juice keeps the sweetness bright and balanced. Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger round out the flavor with warmth that feels intentional rather than generic. It comes together in one baking dish with straightforward steps, making it just as weeknight-friendly as it is impressive enough to serve to guests. Let it rest those ten minutes before you dig in — the filling tightens up beautifully and the whole thing slices and scoops like a dream.

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the cherry filling

5 cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries (about 2 lb), thawed if frozen
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3 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp arrowroot starch
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon

For the crumble topping

¾ cup cassava flour
¼ cup tapioca starch
¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
3 tbsp maple syrup
¼ cup coconut oil, solid
¼ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp fine sea salt

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with a small amount of coconut oil.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherries, 3 tbsp maple syrup, arrowroot starch, lemon juice, and Ceylon cinnamon. Toss until the cherries are evenly coated and the starch is fully dissolved with no dry pockets visible. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.

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