Description
Apple & Cranberry Crisp is the ultimate autumn dessert, combining sweet apples and tart cranberries under a crunchy oat topping. This heartwarming dish fills your kitchen with the inviting aroma of cinnamon and baked fruit, making it perfect for cozy gatherings or family dinners. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat that evokes nostalgia and comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sliced tart apples (about 4 medium apples)
- 2 cups fresh cranberries (or thawed frozen cranberries)
- 1 cup brown sugar, divided
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix sliced apples, cranberries, ¾ cup brown sugar, and cinnamon. Pour into the baking dish.
- In another bowl, combine oats, flour, remaining brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Spread the oat mixture over the fruit layer evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the crisp (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch. Experiment with spices such as nutmeg or ginger for added warmth. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days.