This mouthwatering Apple Cranberry Crisp is the perfect dessert to warm your soul on a cold winter night. The combination of sweet apples and tart cranberries, topped with a crunchy oat and pecan crumble, creates a heavenly dessert that will delight your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up this delightful treat in no time. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence!
Ingredients
- 4 cups peeled and sliced apples
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, cranberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss until the fruits are coated evenly.
- Pour the fruit mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- In another bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, chopped pecans, and melted butter. Stir until the ingredients are well combined and crumbly.
- Spread the crumble mixture over the top of the fruit in an even layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Cranberries are a popular North American fruit that are native to the region.
Apple Cranberry Crisp can be enjoyed year-round, but is particularly popular during the fall and winter seasons.
This dessert can be easily customized by adding your favorite spices or nuts to the crumble mixture.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.