Pistachio Free Ginger-Cardamom Cherry Oat Crisp
Warm, bubbling cherry filling meets a golden, spiced oat topping in this dessert that feels like a hug in a baking dish. Fresh ginger and cardamom give the cherries a bright, aromatic lift that goes way beyond your average fruit crisp, while arrowroot starch pulls the juices into a glossy, jammy sauce as it bakes. The topping leans on rolled oats, almond flour, and sliced almonds for a satisfying crunch that crisps up beautifully without any nuts that could be a concern for those avoiding pistachios. Coconut oil and maple syrup bind everything together and keep it completely dairy-free, so it works for a wide range of guests at the table. The whole thing comes together in one bowl for the filling and one for the topping, which means cleanup is genuinely easy. Let it rest just long enough for the filling to thicken, then serve it warm — ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of coconut cream melting into the cracks.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
6 servings
For the filling
- 5 cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries (about 1 ¾ lb), thawed and drained if frozen
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground cardamom
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
For the topping
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- ½ cup almond flour
- ½ cup raw sliced almonds
- ¼ tsp ground cardamom
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
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, 2 tbsp maple syrup, grated ginger, 1/2 tsp cardamom, and arrowroot starch. Stir until the cherries are evenly coated, then transfer to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!