Everyone needs a good berry crisp recipe in their back pocket! I’ve made a few berry crisps in my day, but to be completely honest – none were quite right. They were either too dry, didn’t have enough berries, or overly sweet. But this triple berry crisp recipe?? Well… I don’t mean to brag but, she’s just PERFECT! Made with 5 ingredients, in one bowl, with frozen berries (so you can bake it year-round!). I drew some inspo from my healthy apple crisp which was a huge hit last fall! And also my 4 ingredient peach cobbler which I can’t wait to break back out this upcoming peach season.
Why You’ll LOVE This Triple Berry Crisp with Frozen Berries
- Super Easy to Make: With just 5 simple ingredients, this recipe comes together quickly for a stress-free dessert.
- Versatile and Adaptable: Easily customize the recipe to suit gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, or vegan diets without compromising on flavor.
- Deliciously Healthy: Made with wholesome ingredients, this crisp offers a guilt-free indulgence that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Can I Use Fresh Berries?
Yes, you can use fresh berries in this recipe. However, frozen berries are convenient and available year-round, providing consistent quality and flavor. If using fresh berries, you may need to adjust the baking time slightly, as they release less juice than frozen ones.
Can I Make Ahead and Freeze This Recipe?
Absolutely! This berry crisp can be prepared ahead of time and frozen either before or after baking:
- Before Baking: Assemble the crisp, cover it tightly, and freeze. When ready to bake, remove from the freezer, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight, and bake as directed.
- After Baking: Allow the crisp to cool completely, then cover and freeze. To reheat, warm it in the oven at 350°F until heated through.
Adjust This Recipe to Your Dietary Needs
- Make it Gluten-Free: Use certified gluten-free oats and gluten-free all-purpose flour or almond flour for the crisp topping.
- Make it Dairy-Free: Substitute the butter with a non-dairy alternative like coconut oil or a plant-based butter.
- Make it Nut-Free: Ensure all ingredients, including oats and flour, are free from cross-contamination with nuts.
- Make it Vegan: Replace the butter with a plant-based alternative and use a vegan-friendly sugar.
5-Ingredient Triple Berry Crisp with Frozen Berries
Equipment
- 1 9-inch baking dish
- 1 large bowl
Ingredients
For the berries:
- 4 cups frozen mixed berries
- 1/4 cup cane sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup gluten-free all purpose flour or regular all purpose flour
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice optional
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
For the crisp:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup gluten-free all purpose flour or almond flour
- 1/2 cup cane sugar or coconut sugar
- 6 ounces butter cut into 1-inch cubes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit.
- Add all berry ingredients to a 9-inch baking dish and toss together until evenly coated, then spread the berries into an even layer around the dish.
- Add all crisp ingredients to a large bowl. Use a fork to mix together, until a crumbly mixture forms. Sprinkled the crisp topping evenly over the berries.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the berries are super soft, then let cool slightly before serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. YUM!
4 Comments
This was so easy and totally delicious!
The Real Person!
I’m so glad you loved this crisp, Emily!
Your description says dairy free, yet it calls for butter. But, butter comes from milk. Milk IS dairy.
The Real Person!
I actually used non-dairy butter in this recipe, which I explain under the “Make it dairy-free” section of this post. You can also use coconut oil instead – both are great dairy-free options.