Rustic Baked Pear & Apple Crisp Delight
Indulge in this heartwarming Rustic Baked Pear & Apple Crisp Delight, perfect for cozy winter evenings. This delightful dessert combines sweet, tender apples and juicy pears, all topped with a crunchy, buttery oat topping that's just the right balance of sweetness and warmth. The hint of fresh lemon adds a refreshing zing to the fruit mixture, while the aromatic blend of cinnamon and nutmeg fills your kitchen with an inviting scent. Great for family gatherings or a comforting treat after dinner, serve this crisp warm, with a drizzle of cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable dessert experience.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Apples
3 cups (peeled and sliced)
Pears
3 cups (peeled and sliced)
Lemon juice
1 tablespoon (freshly squeezed)
Fresh lemon rind
1 teaspoon (grated)
All-purpose flour
1/3 cup (sifted)
Rolled oats
1 cup (uncooked)
Chopped nuts
1/2 cup (your choice (e.g., walnuts, pecans))
Brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
Nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
Melted butter or margarine
1/3 cup (melted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the peeled and sliced apples and pears with lemon juice until well coated. Spread the fruit mixture evenly in a lightly buttered 9-inch baking pan or deep pie plate.
3
In another mixing bowl, combine the grated lemon rind, all-purpose flour, rolled oats, chopped nuts, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
4
Melt the butter (or margarine) and pour it into the dry mixture. Use a fork to blend until the mixture is crumbly and well combined.
5
Sprinkle the oat-nut topping evenly over the fruit layer, ensuring complete coverage.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fruit is tender.
7
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. For the best experience, serve warm with a drizzle of milk, a dollop of cream, or a scoop of ice cream.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rustic Baked Pear & Apple Crisp Delight?
It is a heartwarming dessert that combines sweet, tender apples and juicy pears with a crunchy, buttery oat and nut topping.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C) before baking.
How many cups of fruit are used in total?
The recipe uses 6 cups of fruit in total: 3 cups of apples and 3 cups of pears.
How should the apples and pears be prepared?
The apples and pears should be peeled and sliced before being tossed with lemon juice.
What role does lemon play in this recipe?
Fresh lemon juice is used to coat the fruit, while grated lemon rind is added to the topping for a refreshing zing.
What size baking pan should I use?
You should use a lightly buttered 9-inch baking pan or a deep pie plate.
What type of oats are used in the topping?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of uncooked rolled oats.
Which nuts are recommended for the topping?
You can use your choice of chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans.
How much brown sugar is needed?
The recipe requires 1 cup of packed brown sugar.
What spices are included in the crisp topping?
The aromatic blend includes 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for either 1/3 cup of melted butter or melted margarine.
How do I create the crumbly texture for the topping?
Melt the butter and pour it into the dry ingredients, then use a fork to blend until the mixture is crumbly.
How long does the crisp need to bake?
Bake the crisp for 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven.
How do I know when the dessert is finished baking?
It is done when the top is golden brown and the fruit layer is tender.
Should the crisp be served immediately?
It is recommended to let it cool slightly before serving, though it is best enjoyed while still warm.
What are the best serving suggestions?
Serve it with a drizzle of milk, a dollop of cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Is the flour supposed to be sifted?
Yes, the recipe specifies 1/3 cup of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much lemon juice is used?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Is this a good dessert for winter?
Yes, it is described as a heartwarming dessert perfect for cozy winter evenings.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 11 ingredients in this Rustic Baked Pear & Apple Crisp.
Do I need to grease the pan?
Yes, the instructions recommend using a lightly buttered baking pan.
What is the texture of the topping?
The topping is crunchy and buttery, providing a balance to the soft fruit.
Can I use different types of nuts?
Yes, you can use any nuts of your choice, though walnuts and pecans are suggested examples.
Is the lemon rind measured by weight or volume?
It is measured by volume, requiring 1 teaspoon of grated fresh lemon rind.
Should I mix the fruit and topping together?
No, you should spread the fruit mixture in the pan first and then sprinkle the oat-nut topping evenly over the fruit layer.
Is the sugar in the fruit or the topping?
The brown sugar is mixed into the dry topping ingredients rather than the fruit mixture.
Is this considered a sweet dessert?
Yes, it is tagged as a sweet dessert with a balance of warmth from spices.
Can this recipe be served at family gatherings?
Absolutely, it is noted as being great for family gatherings or as a comforting treat after dinner.
What tools do I need for the topping?
A mixing bowl and a fork are used to blend the dry ingredients with the melted butter until crumbly.
Does the recipe include nutritional information?
The provided data shows that calories, fat, and other nutritional values are not currently specified for this recipe.