Fruit Crisp Frozen Oats (Print)

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

# 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

06 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
07 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
08 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
02 - 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.
03 - In a separate bowl, blend oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour melted butter over the mixture and stir until clumps form evenly.
04 - 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.
05 - Allow the dish to cool briefly before serving. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by vanilla ice cream or yogurt.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses common pantry and freezer staples
  • Easy to customize with any frozen fruit
02 -
  • Any combination of frozen fruit works well for this recipe
  • Add chopped nuts to the topping for extra crunch
03 -
  • Serve leftovers cold or gently reheated for a tasty snack
  • Swap in coconut oil or vegan butter for a dairy-free version
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