Light Date Fruit Crisp with Date Caramel
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh berries and sliced strawberries. If using, you can sprinkle a little sugar on the fruit to enhance sweetness and let it sit while you prepare the crisp topping.
- In another mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, whole wheat flour, melted butter, brown sugar, chopped walnuts, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until you achieve a crumbly texture.
- Spread the prepared mixed berries and strawberries evenly in the baking dish. Evenly distribute the oat topping over the fruit mixture.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30–35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
- If you're making the date caramel, blend 150 g of pitted dates with 150 ml of water until smooth, adding a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
- Remove the fruit crisp from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes. This will help the flavors meld.
- Cut the crisp into neat squares, drizzle with date caramel if desired, and garnish with fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of dark chocolate for an extra touch.
Nutrition
Notes
You could substitute the walnuts for almonds or pecans for a different nutty flavor, or omit them entirely for a nut-free version.
For storage, keep the crisp in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and reheat in the oven to bring back its delicious texture.
Enjoy your culinary adventure!