Cranberry Pear Delight Crisp
Embrace the flavors of fall with this delightful Cranberry Pear Delight Crisp, a recipe inspired by the food section of the Oregonian newspaper. The tartness of fresh or frozen cranberries beautifully complements the sweet, juicy pears, all enhanced by a generous splash of fresh-squeezed orange juice. The added hint of cinnamon and allspice brings warmth, while the crumbly topping made with oats and walnuts adds a satisfying crunch. Serve it warm, topped with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a dollop of sweetened whipped cream for the perfect comforting dessert that will be a hit at your autumn gatherings.
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Servings
297
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
fresh or frozen cranberries
2 cups (not dried)
pears
2 cups (cored and diced)
granulated sugar
1 cup
orange juice
1/2 cup (preferably fresh-squeezed, from the orange used for peel)
ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon
ground allspice or ground mace
1/4 teaspoon
brown sugar
1/4 cup (packed)
all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons
grated orange peel
1 teaspoon
butter
1/4 cup (cut into small cubes)
old-fashioned oatmeal or quick-cooking oatmeal
3/4 cup (uncooked)
chopped walnuts
3/4 cup
whipping cream
optional
ice cream
optional
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Lightly grease a 1.5-quart casserole dish to prevent sticking.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cranberries, diced pears, granulated sugar, orange juice, ground cinnamon, and allspice (or mace). Mix until the fruits are well coated and place the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
4
In another medium bowl, mix together the brown sugar, flour, and grated orange peel. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut in the cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5
Stir in the old-fashioned or quick-cooking oatmeal and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
6
Sprinkle the crumbly topping over the fruit mixture, ensuring it’s spread evenly.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbly.
8
Once baked, allow the crisp to cool for a few minutes until the bubbling subsides. Serve it warm with your choice of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an unforgettable dessert experience.
Nutrition Information
11g
Fat
47g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cranberry Pear Delight Crisp?
It is a fall-inspired dessert featuring fresh or frozen cranberries, sweet pears, and a crunchy oat-walnut topping.
What kind of cranberries should I use for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of fresh or frozen cranberries, but specifies they should not be dried.
How should the pears be prepared?
The pears should be cored and diced before being added to the fruit mixture.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What size baking dish is needed?
You should use a lightly greased 1.5-quart casserole dish.
Can I use bottled orange juice?
While any orange juice works, the recipe recommends using fresh-squeezed juice from the same orange used for the peel.
What spices are used in the fruit filling?
The filling is flavored with ground cinnamon and your choice of ground allspice or ground mace.
How do I make the topping crumbly?
Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut cold, cubed butter into the mixture of brown sugar, flour, and orange peel.
What kind of oatmeal is best for the topping?
You can use either old-fashioned oatmeal or quick-cooking oatmeal, provided it is uncooked.
Are there nuts in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 3/4 cup of chopped walnuts in the topping.
How long does the crisp take to bake?
The dish should bake for approximately 50 minutes.
How do I know when the dessert is finished baking?
It is done when the top is golden brown and the fruit mixture is bubbly.
Should I serve the Cranberry Pear Delight Crisp hot or cold?
It is best served warm for an unforgettable dessert experience.
What are the suggested serving accompaniments?
It can be served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of sweetened whipped cream.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 297 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 11 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 47 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does this dessert provide?
This recipe provide 4 grams of protein per serving.
Should the butter be cold or at room temperature?
The butter should be cold and cut into small cubes to ensure a crumbly texture.
Where did this recipe originate?
This recipe was inspired by the food section of the Oregonian newspaper.
Can I substitute the allspice?
Yes, you can use ground mace as a substitute for ground allspice.
How much orange peel is needed?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of grated orange peel.
How much granulated sugar is in the filling?
The fruit mixture requires 1 cup of granulated sugar.
Is the brown sugar packed or loose?
The 1/4 cup of brown sugar used in the topping should be packed.
What type of flour should I use?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
Does the recipe require greasing the pan?
Yes, you should lightly grease the casserole dish to prevent the fruit from sticking.
How much cinnamon is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
How much orange juice is required?
You will need 1/2 cup of orange juice.
Is this a good recipe for autumn?
Yes, it is specifically designed to embrace the flavors of fall and is perfect for autumn gatherings.
What should I do after taking the crisp out of the oven?
Allow it to cool for a few minutes until the bubbling subsides before serving.