Gourmet Cranberry-Pear Crisp

Gourmet Cranberry-Pear Crisp

75 mins
easy
10 servings

A delightful and easy-to-make cranberry-pear crisp, perfect for a cozy autumn evening. This recipe features a flaky, spiced crumble topping over a sweet and tart fruit filling.

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Equipment Needed

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Pastry blender or knife
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 3.00 poundsPears(Ripe but firm, peeled, cored, and diced.)
  • 2.00 cupsFresh Cranberries(For a burst of fresh flavor.)
  • 0.50 cupsDried Cranberries(Adds sweetness and texture.)
  • 0.33 cupsDark Brown Sugar(For a rich, caramel-like flavor.)
  • 0.50 large lemonLemon Zest(Adds brightness and acidity.)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsLemon Juice(Freshly squeezed for best flavor.)
  • 1.00 tablespoonCornstarch(Thickens the filling.)
  • 2.00 teaspoonsGround Cinnamon(Adds warmth and spice.)
  • 2.00 teaspoonsVanilla Extract(Enhances the flavor profile.)
  • 0.50 teaspoonKosher Salt(Balances the sweetness.)
  • 2.00 cupsAll-Purpose Flour(For a flaky topping.)
  • 1.00 cupDark Brown Sugar(Adds sweetness and moisture to the topping.)
  • 1.00 cupUnsalted Butter(Cut into cubes for easy mixing.)
  • 1.00 teaspoonKosher Salt(Enhances the flavor of the topping.)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Combine pears, cranberries, brown sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, cornstarch, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt in a large bowl. Mix well.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

3

Transfer the fruit mixture to the prepared baking dish and gently press down to compact.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

In a separate bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

6

Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the fruit filling.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit juices are bubbling.

Estimated time: 50 minutes

8

Let cool slightly before serving warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

9

Garnish with extra cinnamon or a drizzle of honey.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

10

Enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes