Irresistible Strawberry Crisp Delight
This Irresistible Strawberry Crisp Delight is a testament to the sweet, succulent flavors of fresh strawberries coming into season. This dessert combines juicy, ripe strawberries with a crunchy, buttery streusel topping for a delicious contrast in textures. Perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or a cozy night in, this dessert is a showstopper! It’s served warm, making it the ideal companion to a scoop of vanilla ice cream that melts into the warm crisp, making every bite simply heavenly. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this delightful treat that celebrates the love of seasonal fruits.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
4 1/2 cups
granulated sugar
3/4 cup
brown sugar
3/4 cup
salt
1 teaspoon
unsalted butter
1 lb (cubed and chilled)
fresh strawberries
4 pints (hulled and halved)
brown sugar
1 cup
cornstarch
1/4 cup
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons
salt
1 pinch
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
To prepare the streusel, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt in an electric mixing bowl. Mix on low speed using the paddle attachment until just combined.
3
Add the chilled, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Increase the speed slightly and continue mixing. Stop when the mixture resembles small pea-sized clumps; it should not be overmixed.
4
Chill the streusel mixture in the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes to help it achieve a tender texture.
5
Meanwhile, prepare the strawberry filling. In a large mixing bowl, gently mix the hulled and halved strawberries with additional brown sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and juices to release.
6
Transfer the strawberry mixture into a large baking dish or divide it into 6 to 10 individual ovenproof dishes.
7
Evenly distribute the chilled streusel topping over the strawberries, creating mounds of topping for a delightful crunch.
8
Bake the crisp in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of your baking dish. Rotate the dish from the top rack to the bottom halfway through baking for even cooking.
9
The dessert is ready when the top is golden, crisp, and the strawberry filling is soft and bubbling.
10
Serve your Irresistible Strawberry Crisp Delight warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irresistible Strawberry Crisp Delight?
It is a dessert that combines fresh, juicy strawberries with a crunchy, buttery streusel topping.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
What are the ingredients for the streusel topping?
The topping consists of all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and chilled, cubed unsalted butter.
How should the butter be prepared for the streusel?
The unsalted butter should be chilled and cut into cubes before being added to the dry ingredients.
What mixer attachment is recommended for the streusel?
A paddle attachment on an electric mixing bowl is recommended.
What should the streusel texture look like?
The mixture should resemble small pea-sized clumps and should not be overmixed.
How long should the streusel be chilled?
The streusel mixture should be chilled in the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes.
Why should the streusel be chilled?
Chilling the streusel helps it achieve a tender texture when baked.
How do you prepare the fresh strawberries?
The strawberries should be hulled and halved.
What ingredients are added to the strawberry filling?
The strawberries are mixed with brown sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
How long should the strawberry mixture sit before baking?
It should sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and juices to release.
Can this recipe be made in individual portions?
Yes, the mixture can be divided into 6 to 10 individual ovenproof dishes.
How should the topping be distributed?
The topping should be evenly distributed over the strawberries in mounds for a delightful crunch.
How long does the strawberry crisp take to bake?
It takes between 20 to 30 minutes depending on the size of the baking dish.
Should the baking dish be moved during cooking?
Yes, rotate the dish from the top rack to the bottom halfway through baking for even cooking.
How do you know the crisp is finished?
It is ready when the top is golden and crisp, and the strawberry filling is soft and bubbling.
How should the dessert be served?
It is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
How much flour is required?
The recipe calls for 4 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
How many strawberries are needed?
You will need 4 pints of fresh strawberries.
What amount of butter is used?
The recipe uses 1 lb of unsalted butter.
How much brown sugar is used in the filling?
The filling requires 1 cup of brown sugar.
How much brown sugar is used in the topping?
The streusel topping requires 3/4 cup of brown sugar.
What is the purpose of cornstarch in this recipe?
Cornstarch is used in the filling as a thickening agent for the strawberry juices.
How much vanilla extract is included?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
Is salt used in both the topping and the filling?
Yes, 1 teaspoon is used in the topping and a pinch is used in the strawberry filling.
Is this recipe suitable for gatherings?
Yes, it is described as a showstopper perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include dessert, strawberry, fruit crisp, summer dessert, and homemade.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe.
What is the calorie count for this recipe?
The specific calorie count is not provided in the recipe data.
Can I use granulated sugar?
Yes, 3/4 cup of granulated sugar is used in the streusel topping.