Cherry-Blackberry Symphony

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix the fruit: In a large bowl, combine the cherries, blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch (if using), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Toss gently to combine, making sure the fruit is coated well.
3. Transfer to a baking dish: Pour the fruit mixture into a greased 9×9-inch or similar-sized baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Prepare the Crisp Topping:

1. Make the topping: In a medium bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture becomes crumbly.
2. Top the fruit: Evenly sprinkle the oat-butter mixture over the prepared fruit filling, covering it completely.

Bake:

1. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbly and thickened.
2. Cool: Let the crisp cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. The filling will thicken as it cools.

Serve:

• Serve the Cherry-Blackberry Symphony Crisp warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

This Cherry-Blackberry Symphony Crisp is the perfect dessert to celebrate the flavors of the season. It’s sweet, tangy, and comforting, with a satisfying crunch from the crisp topping. Enjoy every bite! 😊