Savor the delicious flavor of juicy, ripe cherries with this healthy, sugar-free cherry crumble. This crumble, which uses the natural sweetness of cherries and a small amount of natural sweeteners like erythritol or stevia, is ideal for people watching their sugar intake or who are just searching for a healthier dessert option. It’s an easy but satisfying dessert that tastes great with a scoop of sugar-free vanilla ice cream or a dollop of unsweetened whipped cream.
Ingredients:
All ingredients of sugar-free cherry crumble:
- 1 cup of traditional rolled oats
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon of kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon of softened unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 4 cups of fresh pitted cherries or frozen cherries (thawed)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, mix together 1 cup of oats,¼ cup of almonds,½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and ⅛ teaspoon of salt. Incorporate 1 tablespoon of both butter and oil; use a fork to blend the butter and mix thoroughly.
- In a different small bowl, mix 4 cups of cherries with 1 teaspoon of both vanilla and cornstarch. Distribute the mixture into 4 (8-ounce) oven-safe ramekins. Disperse the oat blend on top of the cherries. Bake until the cherries are sizzling and the oats turn golden brown, approximately 15 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes prior to serving.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Chill Time | Total Time |
| 5 Minutes | 15 Minutes | 15 Minutes | 35 Minutes |
“Sweetness doesn’t need sugar when nature does it best.”
Recipe Notes:
Utilize mixed berries for unique flavor; top with chopped sugar-free dark chocolate and sunflower or pumpkin seeds or vanilla ice cream for crunch.
Nutritional Info:
(Per Serving based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 180-200 kcal
- Protein: 3-4 g
- Fat: 10-12 g
- Carbohydrates: 18-20 g
- Fiber: 4-5 g
- Sugars: 6-8 g (natural sugars from cherries)
- Net Carbs: 13-15 g
This Sugar-Free Cherry Crumble is perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful balance of tart and sweet flavors with a satisfying crunch—all without added sugar! If you try this Sugar-Free Cherry Crumble recipe, I’d love to hear your feedback in the comments. Your 5-star ratings motivate me to do my best. Stay connected for more recipes on my website.