Warm and Comforting Blackberry Sage Crisp
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Warm, blackberries tucked under golden oat topping with a savory garden twist
📌 A Bubbly Dessert That Feels Like Home
There’s something deeply comforting about a fruit crisp. It’s not fussy. It’s not delicate. It’s just generous—warm, sweet, and spooned straight from the dish into waiting bowls. This version adds one little twist from the garden: fresh sage. 🍃
Sage might sound like an odd match for fruit, but paired with juicy blackberries and a little lemon zest, it becomes something extraordinary. Earthy, fragrant, and grounding. It’s the kind of flavor that makes your guests pause between bites and say, “Wait… what is that?”
This crisp is perfect for Mother’s Day because it comes together quickly, bakes while you’re setting the table, and fills the whole house with the smell of something good. Serve it hot with ice cream, or chill it for brunch the next day with whipped cream and coffee.
💗 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🍇 Juicy, jammy blackberries meet golden oat crisp
- 🌿 Sage adds a lovely, unexpected herbal note
- 🍦 Bakes while you prep everything else
- 🥄 Comfort food with a garden-fresh twist
- 🍽️ Easy to make gluten-free
⏱️ Quick Reference
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Total Time: ~55 minutes
Servings: 6–8
Dietary Info: Vegetarian, gluten-free adaptable
Key Ingredients at a Glance:
- Blackberries
- Sage
- Lemon zest
- Rolled oats
- Brown sugar
- Butter
🍇 Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 4 cups fresh or frozen blackberries (if frozen, do not thaw)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh sage
For the Crisp Topping:
- ¾ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or oat flour for GF)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
Optional Toppings:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Honey drizzle
- Extra sage leaves for garnish
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Filling
- In a large bowl, toss blackberries with sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, cornstarch, and chopped sage.
- Pour mixture into a greased 9-inch baking dish or cast iron skillet.
2. Make the Crisp Topping
- In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter with your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle evenly over the berry mixture.
3. Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden and the filling is bubbly at the edges.
- Let cool slightly before serving to allow juices to thicken.
🍽️ Serving & Pairing Ideas
- Top with vanilla or honey ice cream and a sprig of sage
- Add to your brunch spread as a warm fruit dish
- Serve with coffee or a glass of chilled rosé
🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Reheat in a 300°F oven for 10–15 minutes
- Filling and topping can be made separately a day ahead and stored in the fridge
🌷 Final Thoughts & Call to Action
This crisp is rustic, fragrant, and just a little unexpected. The sage adds an elegant, earthy note that brings out the best in the berries. It’s easy enough for a weeknight but special enough for Mother’s Day—especially when served warm with melting ice cream.
If you make this garden-inspired twist on a classic, I’d love to see it! Tag me @southernsoilsunshine or drop a comment to share your creation.
Next up:
👉 Chamomile & Citrus Tea Cakes
👉 Edible Flower Sugar Cookies
👉 Orange Blossom Honey Custard
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