Fish Free Orange-Pistachio Cherry Oat Crisp
Juicy cherries bubbling beneath a golden, nutty crust is one of those desserts that feels far more impressive than the effort it actually takes. The filling leans on fresh orange zest and juice to brighten the fruit, while a touch of arrowroot starch pulls everything together into a glossy, jammy base that holds its shape beautifully once it rests. The topping is where things get really interesting — rolled oats, roughly chopped pistachios, and almond flour come together with coconut oil and maple syrup to create a crisp that shatters just enough with every spoonful. Ground ginger and cinnamon weave through both layers, giving the whole dish a warmth that makes it feel like something you'd find at a very good dinner party. Everything here is naturally free from seafood and fish-derived ingredients, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — the recipe is already built that way from the ground up. Serve it warm straight from the baking dish, and don't be surprised if people ask for seconds before the first round is even finished.
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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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