Pregnancy Friendly Ginger-Cardamom Cherry Oat Crisp
Warm, bubbling cherries beneath a golden, nutty oat crust — this dessert is the kind of thing that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. Fresh ginger and cardamom give the filling a gentle, aromatic heat that feels both comforting and a little special, while maple syrup keeps things naturally sweet without any refined sugar. During pregnancy, it can be hard to find a dessert that feels indulgent but is also built from wholesome, recognizable ingredients — and this one delivers on both counts. Cherries are a great source of antioxidants and vitamin C, and the almond flour and sliced almonds in the topping add a satisfying crunch along with healthy fats and a little extra protein. Arrowroot starch thickens the filling beautifully without any additives, and coconut oil binds the crisp topping into those irresistible golden clusters. The whole thing comes together in one baking dish with minimal prep, which is a genuine blessing when energy is not always on your side. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of yogurt for a dessert that feels like a treat and then some.
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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.
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