Nutmeg Free Cherry Crumble with Coconut & Cassava Topping
Bubbling cherry filling peeking through a golden, crackly topping is one of the most satisfying things you can pull out of an oven, and this crumble absolutely delivers that moment. The filling leans on Ceylon cinnamon and a splash of fresh lemon juice to bring out the natural tartness of the cherries, while arrowroot starch thickens everything into a glossy, jammy base as it bakes. The topping is where things get really interesting — cassava flour and tapioca starch give it a tender, slightly chewy bite, while shredded coconut adds texture and a subtle sweetness that plays beautifully against the fruit. Solid coconut oil is worked in until the mixture looks like coarse, clumpy sand, which is exactly what creates those satisfying irregular crumbles once it hits the oven. Many classic crumble and crisp recipes lean on warm spices that can sneak in unwanted flavors, but here the seasoning is kept clean and intentional — just ginger, cinnamon, and salt, nothing hidden or unnecessary. Maple syrup ties both layers together without any refined sugar, so the whole thing tastes bright and honest rather than cloying. Let it rest for a full ten minutes before you dig in — the filling thickens as it cools and the wait is absolutely worth it.
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6 servings
For the cherry filling
- 5 cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries (about 2 lb), thawed if frozen
- 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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