Cherry-Blackberry Crisp

Total Time
Prep: 20 min. + standing Bake: 55 min.

Updated on Apr. 16, 2022

I've used mulberries instead of blackberries in this old family recipe. Whichever you choose, it's a mouthwatering treat. —Wanda Allensworth, Webster City, Iowa

Test Kitchen Approved

Cherry-Blackberry Crisp

Yield: 15 servings
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 55 min

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 cups frozen pitted tart cherries, thawed
  • 2 cups frozen unsweetened blackberries, thawed
  • topping:
    • 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1-1/2 cups sugar
    • Dash salt
    • 2/3 cup cold butter
    • 1-1/2 cups finely chopped walnuts
    • Whipped cream

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, tapioca, extract and cinnamon. Gently stir in cherries and blackberries. Allow to stand for 10 minutes. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish.
  2. In another bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add walnuts; sprinkle over fruit. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Serve warm with whipped cream.
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