Description
Enjoy the cozy flavors of this Zucchini Crisp with Oat Topping Recipe, featuring tender zucchini baked beneath a buttery cinnamon oat crumble. This easy dessert is a delicious way to use fresh garden zucchini and is perfect for summer gatherings, family dinners, or holiday treats.
Ingredients
For the Zucchini Filling
5 cups shredded zucchini (about 3 medium zucchini) – Adds moisture and a tender texture.
½ cup granulated sugar – Sweetens the filling.
¼ cup brown sugar – Adds rich caramel flavor.
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour – Helps thicken the juices.
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon – Adds warm spice.
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg – Provides extra warmth.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract – Enhances sweetness.
1 tablespoon lemon juice – Brightens the flavors.
Pinch of salt – Balances the sweetness.
For the Oat Crisp Topping
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats – Creates the crunchy topping.
¾ cup all-purpose flour – Gives the topping structure.
½ cup brown sugar – Adds sweetness and caramel notes.
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon – Complements the filling.
¼ teaspoon salt – Balances the flavors.
½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed – Creates a rich, crumbly topping.
Optional Garnishes
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Caramel sauce
- Chopped pecans
- Chopped walnuts
- Ground cinnamon
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Shred the zucchini and lightly squeeze out excess moisture.
- Mix zucchini with both sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, lemon juice, and salt.
- Spread the filling evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- Cut in the cold butter until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the zucchini mixture.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and enjoy.
Notes
- Fresh zucchini keeps the filling moist and naturally tender.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert.
- Old-fashioned oats create the crispiest, most delicious topping.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings
- Calories: 290 calories
