I realized half way into making this crisp that I also made a Valentine’s Day Crisp last year on the same exact day. Which made me think for a second because growing up I was much for of a cookie or cake kinda girl and fruit filled desserts were definitely not my favorite.
Then, while I was looking through my photos from my last crisp post (which thankfully have gotten a lot better over the past year!) I remembered that I made that blueberry crisp because I was so excited that blueberries were on sale at the grocery store so I bought as many as I could.
And, sure enough, exactly one year later the same grocery store was having the same fruit sale and this one included raspberries and blackberries too! So I went a little crazy and bought them all! And then I made another crisp, but this one is 1 million times better and not only has three kinds of berries, it also has chocolate in it and I don’t think anything ever tasted worse with the addition of chocolate. Agreed?!!? Good!
I also added some chopped pecans to the topping for a little extra crunch and they toast up really nicely in the oven. The first crisp I made apparently didn’t have quite enough crispy, buttery topping on it (according to the husband) so this crisp has a lot of delicious crispy topping and tastes even better with a big scoop of ice cream on top.
PrintMixed Berry Crisp with Chocolate and Pecans
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6-8 1x
Ingredients
Filling:
- 6 cups mixed berries, I used blueberries, raspberries & blackberries
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, I used dairy free gluten free chocolate chips
Topping:
- 2 cups old fashioned oats, certified gluten free if necessary
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 5 tablespoons coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1/2 cup softened vegan butter, or regular butter
- 1 pinch of salt
- Top with vanilla coconut milk ice cream or regular vanilla ice cream if desired
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. In a large bowl, add all of the filling ingredients and mix until combined and sugar and cornstarch are dissolved. Pour mixture into a 12 inch cast iron skillet, or an oven safe dish with similar measurements*.
- In a medium sized bowl, add all of the topping ingredients. Using your hands, incorporate the butter with the rest of the ingredients until a soft crumbly mixture is formed. Evenly distribute the topping over the berry mixture. Place into the oven and bake for 40 minutes.
- Eat warm or cold, enjoy with ice cream if desired.
Notes
Topping mixture is enough for a 12 inch cast iron skillet, if using a smaller pan you may not need to use all of it
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Dessert, Gluten Free, Vegan
Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says
I’m totally intrigued by the blueberry/chocolate combination…I bet it’s amazing! I mean, everything with chocolate is amazing. Gorgeous photos, and I want a big scoop of this crisp, please!
She Likes Food says
It is so good, Denise!! I’m totally obsessed with those little chocolate covered blueberry and pomegranate seeds and this tastes so much like those š
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
Putting chocolate in a fruit crisp is The Best Idea Ever. LOVE this!
She Likes Food says
It totally is, Ashley! I knew you would love the chocolate š I don’t think I’ll ever make a crisp without it now!
Mira says
What a fun and delicious berry crisp! It looks awesome! Love the addition of chocolate! Pinned š
She Likes Food says
Thanks Mira! The chocolate makes all the difference š
Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says
I agree, the addition of chocolate never hurts. š
I love that you made something light and fruity for Valentine’s Day. It’s a nice change from all of the rich desserts going around right now.
She Likes Food says
I’m a sucker for all those rich chocolatey desserts, but I figure if I eat something that has fruit in it I can eat much more of it š
Katie @ Whole Nourishment says
I saw another crisp with chocolate recently and thought that was such a good idea. I like your pairing of pecans and chocolate especially.
She Likes Food says
Chocolate in the crisp is such a delicious idea!! I don’t think I’ll ever make a crisp without it now š And the pecans taste so good on top too!
Ceara @ Ceara's Kitchen says
A mixed berry crisp with chocolate sounds delicious, Izzy! I don’t think I’ve ever had that combination before! It sounds superb and perfect for Valentine’s Day! š Pinned!
She Likes Food says
The addition of the chocolate is soooo good, Ceara! It is like chocolate and strawberries but so much better š
Jess @ whatjessicabakednext says
This crisp looks gorgeous, Izy! Love all that tart and delicious fruit and the oaty topping! Yum – I really want to try this soon! x
She Likes Food says
Thanks so much, Jessica! I hope you enjoy it if you try it š
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
Fruit crisps and crumbles are my favorite! Love that you added chocolate, it looks amazing!
She Likes Food says
Mine too , Kelly! Especially the crispy part š Thank you so much!!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
Totally love that you added chocolate and pecans! This is my kind of berry crisp. š
She Likes Food says
Chocolate and pecans make the crisp so much better!!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
Chocolate, pecans and berries is the best combination! I would love a big bowl of this crisp for dessert!
She Likes Food says
It totally is, Ashley! I just ate a bunch for dessert and am already planning to eat some tomorrow for breakfast š
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
This berry crisp looks fantastic, Izzy! The crumbly topping gets me every time, I think I could just eat that! š I love that you used blackberries in here, too. I always forget about those! Such a perfect, fresh dessert!
She Likes Food says
Thank you so much, Gayle! Me too! I have to admit I took a few “taste tests” of the crumble before I put it on š
annie@ciaochowbambina says
There is chocolate in this crisp? Oh my!! That’s a perfect crisp in my book! Thanks for the wonderful idea!!
She Likes Food says
Oh yes there is, Annie!! And it is the best thing ever!!
Sarah@Whole and Heavenly Oven says
Oh my gosh. Chocolate in a berry crisp?! Best idea EVER! This looks totally amazing, Izzy! You have no idea how badly I’m craving a huge bowlful right now!
She Likes Food says
It totally is so delicious, Sarah!! I think you would love it! I have so much leftover that I can send you!! š
marcie says
This is one gorgeous crisp, Izzy, and I think chocolate sounds wonderful these berries! Using a skillet is such a great idea to get those nice, crispy edges, too! š
She Likes Food says
Thank you, Marcie! Chocolate in the berry crisp is one of the best things I’ve ever done š
Monica says
That has happened to me…making something at the same time another year. : ) I was just looking at a recipe using chocolate in the crumble top and I love the sound of it. Pretty much everything is better with chocolate in my book! Also love it with nuts and some ice cream, too.
She Likes Food says
Too funny, Monica! Maybe it is a seasonal recipe thing! Chocolate in the crumble is one of the best ideas ever! You must try it š
Rachel @ Bakerita says
Berry crisps are one of my favorite things ever, and yours look so delicious! I love the ice cream melting on top…yum!
She Likes Food says
Mine too, Rachel! I like to tell myself that they are healthy and then I dump a bunch of ice cream on top of them š
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
This looks so beautiful. I love chocolates and pecans together.
She Likes Food says
Thank you so much, Dannii!
Cecilia says
Hi Izzy, this looks so delicious, I have to try it. I love berry crisp, together with pecans … so good. Thanks for sharing.
She Likes Food says
Hi Cecilia! Thank you so much! I’m glad you like it š The pecans are so good on top!
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says
OK, that is crazy that you made a crisp this time last year too! And that berries were on sale. Berries this time of year are insanely expensive. But I will splurge on them for that sweetness that gets me excited for spring. This crisp is perfection!
She Likes Food says
I thought so too, Natalie! I guess I will just make it an annual thing, haha! They were really expensive at most places, but that my favorite grocery store they were two containers for 3 bucks! I couldn’t pass it up š
Laura says
My local grocery store makes a crisp like this and it looks so good with all those berries in there but I really should make it myself, I love a good crisp.
She Likes Food says
You should totally make this, Laura! It is so easy and you will get to eat all the leftovers š
Danielle says
I love that you added chocolate to this crisp, that’s an amazing idea! The topping looks so perfect and crisp, I wish I had a piece of this right now. These pictures look so pretty too! Pinned š
She Likes Food says
It is such a tasty idea too! Some of it melts, but then some stays hard so you get some in every bite! Thanks so much, Danielle š
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
I’ve surprisingly never made a berry crisp before. Thanks for the idea – I think I’ve been missing out on something seriously delicious!
Ashley says
For the longest time I never liked desserts with fruit … and now I cannot get enough! Crisps are one of my favorites. This looks so so good!
Traci | Vanilla And Bean says
You had a berry bonanza at the store! What a great idea; chocolate in the crisp and paired with pecans (that sounds soooo good, Izzy)!! And no doubt it will be topped with a bit of vanilla bean ice cream! Crisps are classic and are so easy to pull together! I love how you made this right in your skillet too. Easy peasy! Isn’t it fun (eh, revealing) when we look back at older posts? I just want to go back and rephotograph so many recipes!! Thank you for this, Izzy!
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says
Yum! I never really think to make fruit desserts, but when I do (or order them out) I LOVE them! Those berries are so gorgeous, I bet this was delish!