Directions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step is crucial as it ensures that the topping bakes evenly and achieves a lovely golden color while the cherries bubble and release their sweet juices.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the pitted cherries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the cherries evenly. Once mixed, pour this tremendous mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly to ensure every bite is packed with that delicious cherry goodness.
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In another bowl, mix the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon until crumbly. The mixture should resemble coarse crumbs – this will create the crunchy topping that contrasts beautifully with the soft fruit below.
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Sprinkle the topping over the cherries evenly, making sure to cover them well but allowing some of the cherries to peek through. This way, you are guaranteed that tremendous flavor combo in each bite.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cherries are bubbly. The smell wafting through your kitchen during this time is simply divine and will have you dreaming of enjoying this classic dessert.
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Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The cold, creamy ice cream balances the warm, tart cherry crisp splendidly, making each bite a delightful surprise.
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