Best-Ever Strawberry Crisp

Step 1 -Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2 -Grease a deep-dish pie plate or large baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Set it aside.

Step 3 -Combine the chopped strawberries and 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar in a large bowl, and mix until the strawberries fully absorb the sugar.

Step 4 -Add the cornstarch and the vanilla extract and stir until all of the strawberries are evenly coated.

Step 5 -Pour the strawberry mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Step 6 -In a separate medium-sized bowl, combine the flour, the oats, the brown sugar, the remaining granulated sugar, the salt, and the cinnamon.

Step 7 -Add the melted butter and stir until well-coated and crumbly.

Step 8 -Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the top of the strawberry mixture.

Step 9 -Bake in the oven until the fruit is bubbly and the topping is golden-brown, about 35-40 minutes.

Step 10 -Allow the crisp to cool slightly before serving.

Step 11 -Serve warm with the whipped cream.