Apple And Pear Crisp Recipe

This irresistible Apple and Pear Crisp is a holiday baking sensation! Inspired by Ina Garten's recipe, this version uses Granny Smith apples for a delightful tartness that the whole family will crave. Enjoy the warm, bubbly fruit filling topped with a buttery, crunchy oat crumble. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy autumn gathering!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 693.8 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
Apple And Pear Crisp

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Apple And Pear Crisp

  • Bosc Pears
  • 4 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
  • Orange Zest
  • Lemon Zest
  • Orange Juice
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Granulated Sugar
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Ground Nutmeg
  • Light Brown Sugar
  • Kosher Salt
  • Old Fashioned Oatmeal
  • Unsalted Butter

How to Make Apple And Pear Crisp

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel, core, and chop 4 medium Granny Smith apples and 2 ripe but firm pears into 1-inch chunks.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the chopped apples and pears with the zest and juice of 1 lemon, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Toss gently to coat.
  4. Pour the fruit mixture into a 9x12x2-inch oval baking dish.
  5. For the topping:
  6. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, and 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces.
  7. Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  8. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the fruit filling, ensuring complete coverage.
  9. Place the baking dish on a baking sheet to catch any spills. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbly and tender.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

318g

Fat

74g

Carbs

39g