Individual Berry Crisp from Alton Brown

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Alton Brown's Individual Berry Crisp, a delightful dessert that’s perfect for two. This recipe combines a medley of mixed berries—blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or strawberries—tossed with lemon juice and a touch of sugar for a burst of fruity sweetness. Topped with a crumbly mixture of rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cold butter, the crisp bakes to golden perfection in individual ramekins, making it an ideal treat for intimate gatherings or weeknight indulgence. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy and satisfying dessert is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate finishing touch. Perfect for berry lovers, this mini crisp recipe will bring a taste of summer to your table year-round.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups Mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or strawberries)
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons Light brown sugar, packed
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mixed berries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Stir gently to coat the berries evenly. Divide the berry mixture between two 6-ounce ramekins.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Mix well.

Step 4

Add the small cubes of cold butter to the dry mixture. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

Sprinkle the topping evenly over the berries in the ramekins.

Step 6

Place the ramekins on a baking sheet to catch any spills. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the berry mixture is bubbling.

Step 7

Carefully remove the ramekins from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(619.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	833.8

Total Fat 26.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 12.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 83.5g
Protein 10.2g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 116.8mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 683.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.5%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 67.8%