Cherry Crunch

Ingredients and Weight:

• Cherries, fresh or frozen, pitted: 2 lbs (907 grams)
• Sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
• Cornstarch: 1/4 cup (31 grams)
• Ground cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon (2 grams)
• Butter, unsalted, melted: 1/2 cup (113 grams)
• Flour, all-purpose: 1 cup (125 grams)
• Oatmeal, old-fashioned: 1 cup (85 grams)
• Brown sugar: 1/2 cup (100 grams)
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5 grams)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram)
• Milk: 1/2 cup (120 ml)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Stir well.
3. In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, flour, oatmeal, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir until crumbly.
4. Pour half of the crumb mixture into a greased 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish. Spread the cherry filling evenly on top.
5. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the filling.
6. Pour milk over the top.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of recipe):

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 3 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Dietary fiber: 3 grams
• Sugar: 25 grams
• Fat: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tangy cherry filling
• Crispy and crunchy oat topping
• Perfect for dessert or a snack
• Can be served warm or cold

User Comments:

• "This Cherry Crunch is the perfect combination of sweet and crunchy. I love the chewy cherries and the crispy topping."
• "I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone asked for the recipe."
• "I added a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top and it was heavenly."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If using fresh cherries, be sure to pit them before cooking.
• You can substitute any type of fruit for the cherries, such as apples, peaches, or blueberries.
• If you don't have milk, you can use water instead.
• Let the Cherry Crunch cool slightly before serving to prevent the filling from bubbling out.