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Apple Cranberry Rhubarb Crisp Recipe

This irresistible Apple Cranberry Rhubarb Crisp is the perfect Sunday dessert! Bursting with the sweet-tart flavors of fresh (or frozen) apples, cranberries, and rhubarb, this easy-to-make crisp is perfect for any time of year. Customize the fruit to your liking – use what's in season for the best flavor! A buttery oat topping complements the juicy fruit filling beautifully, creating a delightful contrast of textures and tastes. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 262.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Cranberry Rhubarb Crisp

  • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ¾ cup rolled oats
  • Not found in recipe (all-purpose flour is specified)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Not found in recipe (butter is used instead)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 4 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples (about 3 medium)
  • 2 cups chopped rhubarb
  • 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter

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How to Make Apple Cranberry Rhubarb Crisp

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. **Make the Topping:** In a large bowl, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup rolled oats, ¾ cup packed light brown sugar, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces.
  3. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. **Prepare the Fruit Filling:** In a separate large bowl, combine 4 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples (about 3 medium), 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries, 2 cups chopped rhubarb, ¾ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup all-purpose flour, and 1 tablespoon orange zest.
  5. Gently toss to coat the fruit evenly.
  6. Pour the fruit mixture into an 8-cup (2-quart) baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the fruit filling.
  8. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbly and tender. If the topping is browning too quickly, cover the edges of the crisp loosely with aluminum foil.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

155g

Fat

4g

Carbs

18g

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