Xanthan Gum 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 takes to pull together. The filling leans on arrowroot starch — not a gum — to gently thicken those jammy cherry juices, so the whole dish comes together without any of the synthetic binders that can sneak into packaged baking mixes and pre-made crisps. Fresh orange zest and juice lift the cherries with a bright citrus note, while cinnamon and ginger keep things warm and cozy underneath that crunchy topping. Speaking of the topping: rolled oats, roughly chopped pistachios, almond flour, coconut oil, and maple syrup are all you need to build something genuinely crispy and deeply satisfying. The pistachios add a buttery richness and a little color that makes every scoop look gorgeous. Letting it rest for ten minutes after it comes out of the oven is the move — the filling tightens up just enough so you get clean, luscious spoonfuls rather than a soupy mess. Serve it warm with a scoop of your favorite ice cream or just as it is, and watch it disappear fast.
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 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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!