Chocolate Cherry Crisp

1 (15.8 ounce) box double chocolate brownie mix
1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 (21 ounce) cans cherry pie filling
Vanilla ice cream (or yogurt)
Chocolate syrup*

* don't use if using Pillsbury brownie mix - use the packet that comes with the brownies - reserve the packet  for later use)

Heat oven to 350 degrees F.

In large bowl, combine brownie mix, oats and walnuts (if using) and mix well. Add margarine and stir until mix is moistened. (Mixture will be dry).

Spoon pie filling evenly into ungreased 8- or 9-inch square baking dish. Sprinkle brownie mixture over pie filling. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until edges are bubbly. Cool for 45 minutes.

To serve, spoon into bowls. Top each serving with one scoop ice cream; drizzle chocolate syrup over top.

Serves 10.