If you love a delicious fruit crisp, then this cherry crisp recipe is for you. This cherry crisp with fresh cherries can also be made with frozen cherries for an easy and delicious dessert.
In a medium bowl, combine the pitted cherries, sugar (or sweetener) and almond extract. Stir to coat the cherries well. Pour into an 12" rectangular or oval baking dish. (You could also use a 9x9" pan.) Set aside.
In another bowl, stir together the oatmeal, flour, brown sugar, almonds, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Pour the melted butter over the top, and combine with a fork, making a crumbly, gravel-like crumble consistency.
Sprinkle the crumble mixture over the top of the prepared cherries. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-28 minutes or until the crumble topping is golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool at least 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. The cherry crisp will keep refrigerated for up to 5 days.If you prefer to not use almond extract, it can be omitted, or substituted with vanilla extract.