Ingredients
– 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and halved
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 tablespoons cornstarch
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup rolled oats
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– 9×13-inch baking pan
– Parchment paper
– Saucepan
– Mixing spoon or spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking pan with parchment paper, letting the edges hang over a bit for easy removal later on. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Cook this mixture until the cherries are bubbly and the sauce thickens, which usually takes about 5-7 minutes. The aroma of cherry filling wafting through my kitchen is irresistible! (See the next page below to continue steps…)