Chicken Free Orange-Pistachio Cherry Oat Crisp
Juicy cherries bubbling beneath a golden, crunchy topping is one of those desserts that feels both rustic and a little bit special — and this crisp absolutely delivers on that promise. The filling gets a bright lift from fresh orange zest and juice, while a touch of cinnamon and maple syrup let the fruit's natural sweetness shine without overwhelming it. Arrowroot starch does the quiet work of pulling the juices into a glossy, jammy sauce that holds together beautifully once the crisp rests. The topping is where things get really interesting — rolled oats and roughly chopped pistachios create serious crunch, and almond flour adds a subtle nuttiness that ties the whole thing together. Coconut oil and maple syrup bind it all into loose, craggly clusters that turn deep golden in the oven, with just enough ginger to keep every bite lively. Every component here is naturally plant-based and free from any poultry-derived ingredients, so there's nothing to second-guess when you're scanning the ingredient list. Serve it warm straight from the baking dish and watch it disappear fast.
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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 arrowroot starch
- 1 tsp orange zest (from about 1 medium orange)
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
For the topping
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup raw shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup almond flour
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°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, arrowroot starch, orange zest, orange juice, and 1/4 tsp cinnamon. Toss until the cherries are evenly coated and the starch is fully dissolved. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
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