Description
A warm, comforting dessert perfect for cozy evenings or festive holiday gatherings. The sweet, juicy pears paired with tart cranberries create a vibrant filling, topped with a golden, buttery oat crumble that’s irresistible. Simple to prepare yet impressive to serve, this crisp brings a touch of home-baked charm to any table.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
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4 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
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1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Crisp Topping:
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1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup brown sugar, packed
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
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In a large bowl, combine sliced pears, cranberries, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla. Toss gently until evenly coated.
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Transfer the fruit mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
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In a separate bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in melted butter until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Fold in nuts if using.
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Sprinkle the topping evenly over the fruit, leaving it loose for a crisp texture.
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Bake for 40-45 minutes until the topping is golden and the fruit is bubbling.
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Let the crisp cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce.
Notes
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Use firm pears like Bosc or Anjou for best texture.
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Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of your fruit.
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Prepare ahead by storing filling and topping separately in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
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For added crunch, fold nuts into the topping.
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Serve with ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce for a more indulgent dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes