Spicy Autumn Crisp

Embrace the cozy flavors of fall with this Spicy Autumn Crisp, a delightful twist on a classic fruit dessert. Tender, cinnamon-spiced apples and pears are paired with hints of nutmeg, ground ginger, and a subtle kick of cayenne pepper for a perfectly balanced sweet-and-spicy filling. Topped with a buttery crumb mixture of old-fashioned oats, brown sugar, and optional crunchy pecans, this crisp bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Serve it warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate autumn dessert experience. With easy prep and rich seasonal flavors, this Spicy Autumn Crisp is sure to become your go-to comfort dish for fall gatherings or cozy nights in!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 medium, peeled, cored, and sliced Apples
• 3 medium, peeled, cored, and sliced Pears
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 0.125 teaspoons (optional, for heat) Cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Old-fashioned oats
• 0.5 cups, packed Brown sugar
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 6 tablespoons, cold and cubed Butter
• 0.5 cups (optional) Chopped pecans
• 0 for serving (optional) Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples and pears with granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground ginger, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to evenly coat the fruit.

Step 3

Transfer the fruit mixture to a greased 9x9-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 4

In another bowl, prepare the topping. Combine old-fashioned oats, brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour. Mix well.

Step 5

Add the cold, cubed butter to the topping mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 6

If desired, stir in the chopped pecans for added crunch and flavor.

Step 7

Evenly sprinkle the topping mixture over the fruit in the baking dish, covering it completely.

Step 8

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit mixture is bubbling.

Step 9

Remove the Spicy Autumn Crisp from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(381.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1507.1

Total Fat 55.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 29.0mg	0%
Sodium 78.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 238.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 124.9g
Protein 25.2g	0%

Vitamin D 29.0IU	0%
Calcium 238.1mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 871.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.1%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 61.4%