Description
This recipe for Kid-Friendly Mixed Berry Crisp Jars offers a simple, appealing, and nutritious dessert perfect for children, even picky eaters. It’s designed for busy parents seeking quick and easy meal solutions.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: a dollop of yogurt or a scoop of ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the mixed berries. If using frozen berries, let them thaw slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour in the melted butter and vanilla extract, mixing until crumbly.
- Divide the berries evenly between two small oven-safe jars or ramekins.
- Sprinkle the oat mixture over the berries in each jar.
- Place the jars on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the berries are bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm, optionally with a dollop of yogurt or a scoop of ice cream.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness to your child’s preference.
- Experiment with different berry combinations.
- These can be made ahead and reheated gently.
- Great for lunchboxes or a quick snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg