Delightful Autumn Crisp: Apple Cranberry Pear Medley
Fall in love with this Delightful Autumn Crisp featuring a harmonious blend of sweet apples, juicy pears, and tangy cranberries. Topped with a crispy, crumbly layer of oats, almonds, brown sugar, and warm spices, this dessert is the perfect way to celebrate the flavors of the season. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with loved ones, this dish fills your home with a delightful aroma and offers a comforting bite that captures the essence of autumn. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an irresistible treat.
4
Servings
162.5
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
3 tablespoons (reduced-fat)
brown sugar
2 tablespoons (packed)
ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon
ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon
almonds
1/4 cup (chopped)
oats
1/2 cup
flour
1 tablespoon
dried cranberries
1/4 cup
pear
1 (chopped)
green apples
2 (chopped)
sugar
1 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare an 8-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
2
In a food processor, combine the reduced-fat butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, chopped almonds, oats, and flour. Pulse until the mixture forms a crumbly texture with small clumps. If mixing by hand, combine the ingredients in a bowl and use your fingers to blend until similar clumps form.
3
In a large bowl, combine the chopped green apples and pear with the dried cranberries and sprinkle with the sugar. For added flavor, you can mix in a pinch of additional cinnamon.
4
Transfer the fruit mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
5
Evenly distribute the crumble topping over the fruit layer.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples have become tender.
7
Let cool slightly before serving, and enjoy warm, ideally with ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition Information
6g
Fat
24.25g
Carbs
2g
Protein
2.5g
Fiber
7.5g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Delightful Autumn Crisp?
It is a seasonal dessert featuring a blend of green apples, pears, and dried cranberries topped with a crispy oat and almond crumble.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to make 4 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 162.5 calories.
What oven temperature is required?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How long does the crisp need to bake?
Bake the crisp for 45 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
What size baking dish should I use?
An 8-inch baking dish is recommended for this recipe.
How should I prepare the baking dish?
Prepare the dish by coating it with non-stick spray.
What ingredients are in the crumble topping?
The topping consists of reduced-fat butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, chopped almonds, oats, and flour.
Can I make the crumble without a food processor?
Yes, you can combine the ingredients in a bowl and use your fingers to blend them until small clumps form.
What fruits are used in the filling?
The filling uses 2 chopped green apples, 1 chopped pear, and 1/4 cup of dried cranberries.
What type of butter is recommended?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of reduced-fat butter.
How much sugar is in the fruit mixture?
The fruit is sprinkled with 1 teaspoon of sugar.
What spices are used for seasoning?
The recipe uses ground cinnamon and ground ginger to add warm autumn flavors.
Is there a specific way to prep the apples and pears?
Both the green apples and the pear should be chopped before being mixed with the other filling ingredients.
What is the total carbohydrate content?
There are 24.25g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains 6g of fat.
Does this recipe provide fiber?
Yes, there are 2.5g of fiber per serving.
How much protein is in the dish?
The recipe provides 2g of protein per serving.
What is the sugar content per serving?
There are 7.5g of sugar in each serving.
Can I use different nuts in the topping?
The recipe specifies 1/4 cup of chopped almonds, but you could likely substitute other nuts if preferred.
How should the crisp be served?
It is best served warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Should the brown sugar be packed?
Yes, the recipe requires 2 tablespoons of packed brown sugar for the topping.
What type of oats should I use?
The recipe simply lists 1/2 cup of oats, which typically refers to rolled or old-fashioned oats.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 11 ingredients.
How do I know the crumble is ready?
The mixture should form a crumbly texture with small clumps before baking.
Can I add extra flavor to the fruit?
Yes, the instructions suggest adding a pinch of additional cinnamon to the fruit mixture for more flavor.
Is this considered a healthy dessert?
With its focus on fruit and reduced-fat ingredients, it is tagged as a 'healthy dessert' option.
What texture should the fruit have after baking?
The fruit should become tender during the 45-minute baking process.
What are the primary flavor profiles?
The dish offers a balance of sweet apples, juicy pears, and tangy cranberries.
Is it necessary to let the dish cool?
The instructions recommend letting it cool slightly before serving to allow the flavors to set while still remaining warm.