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Pear Cranberry Crisp

Pear Cranberry Crisp

This Pear Cranberry Crisp is a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, making it a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERTS & TREATS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruit Filling
  • 4 cups firm pears, sliced Bosc or Anjou work best for sweetness
  • 1.5 cups fresh or frozen cranberries adds a tangy burst
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar, divided caramelizes beautifully
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour helps thicken the filling
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided brings warmth
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg adds nutty richness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract infuses aroma
  • 0.125 teaspoon salt boosts flavors
Topping
  • 0.75 cups rolled oats provides chewiness
  • 0.5 cups all-purpose flour creates a delightful crumble
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 0.33 cups unsalted butter, melted binds topping

Equipment

  • 8×8-inch baking dish

Method
 

How to Make Pear Cranberry Crisp
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter your 8×8-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix sliced pears, cranberries, ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt.
  3. Spread the fruit mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. In another bowl, mix rolled oats, ½ cup flour, ¼ cup brown sugar, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  5. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture is crumbly.
  6. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the fruit mixture.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbling.
  8. Let the crisp rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra sweetness, drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.

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