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Fruit Crisp Frozen Oats

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This dish layers sweet frozen fruit with a spiced mixture of sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon, topped with a buttery oat crumble. Baked until golden, it offers a warm, satisfying balance of tartness and crunch. Ideal for using frozen fruit and simple pantry ingredients, it’s easy to prepare and serves six. Customize with nuts or dairy-free butter for added texture and dietary preferences.

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Updated on Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:15:00 GMT
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A comforting, budget-friendly dessert featuring sweet frozen fruit and a golden oat topping—perfect for using pantry and freezer staples.

I first tried making fruit crisp when clearing space in my freezer and it instantly became a favorite way to turn everyday ingredients into a warm, shareable treat.

Ingredients

  • Mixed frozen fruit: 6 cups (such as berries, peaches, or apples)
  • Granulated sugar: 1/3 cup (adjust to taste depending on fruit)
  • All-purpose flour or cornstarch: 2 tbsp
  • Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
  • Ground cinnamon (optional): 1/2 tsp
  • Old-fashioned rolled oats: 1 cup
  • All-purpose flour: 1/2 cup
  • Brown sugar, packed: 1/2 cup
  • Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
  • Salt: 1/4 tsp
  • Unsalted butter, melted: 1/2 cup

Instructions

Preheat oven:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C)
Prepare fruit filling:
In a large bowl, toss frozen fruit with sugar, flour or cornstarch, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Spread evenly into a 9x13-inch (or similar) baking dish.
Make crisp topping:
In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour in melted butter and stir until clumps form.
Assemble:
Sprinkle oat mixture evenly over the fruit.
Bake:
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until topping is golden and fruit is bubbling.
Serve:
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or yogurt.
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This fruit crisp is a cozy dessert that my family enjoys on chilly weekends, especially with a scoop of ice cream after dinner.

Required Tools

Large mixing bowl, measuring cups and spoons, baking dish (9x13-inch or similar), mixing spoon or spatula, oven

Allergen Information

Contains wheat and milk. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free oats and a gluten-free flour blend. Use plant-based butter for dairy-free.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 290, Total Fat 10 g, Carbohydrates 48 g, Protein 3 g

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A delicious serving of fruit crisp featuring a bubbling fruit filling, ready for easy enjoyment. | forkandbloom.com

This easy fruit crisp brings comfort to any occasion and is just as delicious the next day for breakfast or dessert.

Recipe Q&A

→ Can I use fresh fruit instead of frozen?

Yes, fresh fruit can be used but may affect baking time and moisture content.

→ What oats work best for the topping?

Old-fashioned rolled oats provide the ideal texture and crispness.

→ How do I make a dairy-free version?

Substitute butter with melted coconut oil or plant-based margarine.

→ Can nuts be added to the topping?

Chopped walnuts or pecans add extra crunch and flavor when mixed into the oat topping.

→ How can I make it gluten-free?

Use certified gluten-free oats and a gluten-free flour blend for coating the fruit and topping.

Fruit Crisp Frozen Oats

A comforting dish blending frozen fruit with a crisp oat topping, perfect for pantry staples.

Prep duration
10 min
Cooking duration
35 min
Complete duration
45 min

Category Sweet Desserts

Skill level Easy

Origin American

Yield 6 Portions

Dietary specifications Vegetarian

Components

Fruit Filling

01 6 cups mixed frozen fruit (berries, peaches, or apples)
02 1/3 cup granulated sugar
03 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or cornstarch
04 1 tablespoon lemon juice
05 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Crisp Topping

01 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
03 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
04 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Directions

Step 01

Preheat Oven: Set the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).

Step 02

Prepare Fruit Filling: Combine frozen fruit, granulated sugar, flour or cornstarch, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl. Toss until evenly coated and transfer to a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 03

Mix Crisp Topping: In a separate bowl, blend oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour melted butter over the mixture and stir until clumps form evenly.

Step 04

Assemble and Bake: Distribute the oat topping uniformly over the fruit layer. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping turns golden brown and the fruit filling bubbles.

Step 05

Cool and Serve: Allow the dish to cool briefly before serving. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by vanilla ice cream or yogurt.

Necessary tools

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • Oven

Allergy details

Review each ingredient for potential allergens and consult healthcare professionals if you're uncertain about anything.
  • Contains wheat (flour) and milk (butter). For gluten-free preparation, use certified gluten-free oats and flour alternatives. For dairy-free, replace butter with plant-based substitutes.

Nutritional information (per portion)

These values are provided as estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Calories: 290
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Carbs: 48 g
  • Protein: 3 g