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Fresh Apricot Crisp

Fresh Apricot Crisp: A Summery Delight You’ll Crave

Fresh Apricot Crisp is a delightful dessert featuring sweet-tart apricots and a crunchy topping, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fruit Filling
  • 6 cups Fresh Apricots, pitted and sliced Substitution: Peaches, nectarines, or berries can be used for variation.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • to taste Ground Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Oats
  • ¾ cup White Whole Wheat Flour
  • 6 tablespoons Cold Unsalted Butter Substitution: Use plant-based butter for a vegan option.
  • ½ cup Honey or Maple Syrup Substitution: Maple syrup can easily replace honey for vegan diets.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the apricots, lemon zest, cornstarch, ground ginger, and ground cinnamon. Toss gently until well-coated.
  3. In another bowl, mix the oats, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in the butter until resembling coarse crumbs, then stir in honey or maple syrup.
  4. Transfer the apricot mixture into the greased baking dish and sprinkle the oat topping evenly over it.
  5. Bake for about 32 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the edges bubble.
  6. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe apricots for best flavor. Don't skip the cornstarch to avoid a watery filling. Adjust spices as desired, and allow cooling before slicing.

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