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This Mini Blueberry Crisp is a simple dessert featuring juicy, lightly sweetened blueberries baked under a golden, buttery oat topping. The fruit softens and bubbles as it bakes, while the crisp topping adds a satisfying crunch. This easy recipe is a great way to enjoy a classic fruit crisp in a perfectly portioned size.
Looking for more small batch blueberry recipes? Try our Blueberry Cake, Blueberry Cobbler, Blueberry Pie, or no-bake Icebox Cake—all perfectly sized for one or two!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfectly Portioned: Just the right size for one or two, with no waste.
- Quick & Easy: Simple ingredients and minimal prep for a fast dessert.
- Easily Adaptable: Swap the blueberries for other fruits to change it up.
- Great Texture & Flavor: Juicy fruit and a crisp, buttery topping make every bite satisfying.
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This small batch blueberry crisp is one of those desserts that feels special without any fuss. Sweet, juicy blueberries bake under a golden oat topping, creating the perfect contrast of warm fruit and crisp texture. It’s the kind of treat I love making when I want something homemade but don’t feel like spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Whether you enjoy it straight from the dish or topped with a scoop of ice cream, it’s simple, satisfying, and made with ingredients you likely already have.
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this small blueberry crisp recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Blueberries: Fresh blueberries work best, but frozen blueberries are a great substitute. Just thaw and drain them before using. Have extra blueberries? Use them in Blueberry Coffee Cake, Baked Oatmeal, or a Green Smoothie.
- Sugars: Granulated sugar sweetens the filling, while a mix of granulated and brown sugar in the topping adds depth and a hint of caramel-like richness.
- Flour: All-purpose flour provides structure.
- Lemon juice: Fresh or bottled lemon juice brightens the blueberries and balances the sweetness. Use any extra in a Lemon Cake.
- Butter: Softened butter (cool to the touch) is key for a crumbly, crisp topping.
- Oats: Old-fashioned oats (rolled oats) create the best crisp texture. Leftover oats? Use them in Oatmeal Cookies.
- Salt and Vanilla extract: These simple ingredients enhance the overall flavor.
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream: Optional, but they bring a creamy balance to the warm fruit and crunchy topping.
Recipe Variations
Want to change things up? Try these simple swaps to put a new spin on your blueberry crisp:
- Mixed Berry Crisp: Swap some or all of the blueberries for raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries for a sweet-tart twist.
- Peach Blueberry Crisp: Replace half of the blueberries with sliced peaches for a mix of juicy, bright flavors.
- Nutty Topping: Stir 1 tablespoon of chopped almonds, pecans, or walnuts into the topping for extra crunch.
How To Make A Blueberry Crisp
These step-by-step photos and instructions help you visualize how to make this mini blueberry crisp. See the recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, toss the blueberries with sugar, flour, lemon juice, and salt. Transfer to a 4×5-inch or 5×5-inch baking dish.
- Make the topping: In another small bowl, mix the flour, oats, brown sugar, and vanilla. Cut in the butter with a fork until the mixture is well combined and crumbly.
- Assemble: Sprinkle the topping evenly over the blueberries.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let the crisp cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Expert Tips
- Use Fresh Blueberries: Fresh berries give the best flavor, but thawed and drained frozen ones work too.
- Check for Doneness: The edges should be bubbling, and the topping should be golden brown.
- Adjust the Sugar: Taste your blueberries first—if they’re tart, add a little more sugar; if they’re sweet, use less.
Serving Suggestions
Take your mini blueberry crisp to the next level with these simple additions:
- Vanilla Ice Cream: Melts beautifully into the warm crisp.
- Whipped Cream: A lighter option that adds a touch of sweetness.
- Yogurt Parfait: Layer with Greek yogurt for a delicious breakfast twist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Assemble the crisp, cover, and refrigerate for up to 12 hours before baking. Let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before baking.
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or microwave in short intervals.
Yes, double the ingredients and use a 6×8 inch baking dish.
More Single Serving Fruit Desserts
- Apple Crisp: Warm cinnamon-spiced apples with a golden crumb topping.
- Peach Crisp: Sweet, juicy peaches baked under a buttery crumble.
- Strawberry Shortcake: Fluffy shortcake with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
- Caramelized Plums: Sweet plums with a rich caramel glaze.
- Strawberry White Chocolate Scones: Buttery scones with strawberries and white chocolate.
- Apple Cake: A soft, spiced cake packed with apple flavor.
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder or you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving and small batch recipes:
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Mini Blueberry Crisp
Equipment
- 5-inch baking dish or use a 4×6-inch, 6×6-inch (yields a thinner filling with less topping and may bake faster), or 6-inch round baking dish.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces blueberries (about ½ pint)
- 3 tablespoons sugar (taste the berries and add more sugar if needed)
- 1 tablespoon all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Make the Crumble Topping
- 6 tablespoons all purpose flour
- ¼ cup old fashioned oats
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons salted butter -softened
- Optional topping: vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, toss the blueberries with sugar, flour, lemon juice, and salt. Transfer to a 4×5-inch or 5×5-inch baking dish.
- Make the topping: In another small bowl, mix the flour, oats, brown sugar, and vanilla. Cut in the butter with a fork until the mixture is well combined and crumbly.
- Assemble: Sprinkle the topping evenly over the blueberries.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let the crisp cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
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- Use Fresh Blueberries: Fresh berries give the best flavor, but thawed and drained frozen ones work too.
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- Check for Doneness: The edges should be bubbling, and the topping should be golden brown.
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- Adjust the Sugar: Taste your blueberries first—if they’re tart, add a little more sugar; if they’re sweet, use less.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
This is just so sweet! I love the idea of making a crumble for one – especially when you only have a handful of berries left!
I love crumbles of all kinds and this blueberry version looks like a winner!
Soo good! I added about 1/8tsp of cardamom because I read somewhere that it really enhances blueberries. I don’t know if it did but this recipe is great! Thank you!
Yum! I’m growing blueberries this year but I don’t anticipate getting a handful at once unfortunately. To the store I go.
I just love your blog because I loveee the single portions you share. I love anything with crumble in the title or that includes blueberries! This looks amazing!
Thank you so much, Kristen!
That crumbly topping looks amazing! The perfect summer dessert!
Thanks, Allison!
This looks so yummy. I love blueberries! I’ve never been huge on cakes or sweets except fruit inspired dishes always get me… pies, crumbles, cobblers.
Same here, I love fruity desserts too – especially this time of the year.
Ahhh I love mini desserts! I have the perfect dishes for this recipe too! Looks delish!
Great, Lauren – thanks so much!
This looks super delicious! I’m always looking for recipes for one person too – thanks for sharing!
This is perfect! Seeing as I’m the only one that loves sweets in my household I love the fact that this serves one person!!! Perfect
So glad I found more recipes for one!! I live alone and I don’t always want to make a whole dessert because I’ll just end up eating it all, haha! Crumbles are probably one of my favorite desserts and I’m glad to see that I already have all the ingredients I need to make one.
That’s great, I hope you enjoy the recipes!