Pear and Cranberry Crisp
Savor the delightful combination of sweet, juicy pears and tart cranberries in this easy-to-make pear and cranberry crisp. Topped with a crunchy oat mixture, it’s the perfect dessert for cozy nights or holiday gatherings. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 medium ripe pears, sliced (about 4 cups)
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, toss sliced pears and cranberries with granulated sugar and cinnamon. Allow to sit while you prepare the topping.
- In another bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, melted butter, and optional nuts until crumbly.
- Spread the fruit mixture evenly in the prepared dish and top generously with the oat mixture.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for five minutes before serving warm with vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute cranberries with blueberries or add spices like nutmeg or ginger to the topping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.