Winter Crisp

Cozy up with the irresistible charm of Winter Crisp, a comforting dessert that captures the essence of the season. This easy-to-make recipe combines the natural sweetness of tart Granny Smith apples and tender Bosc pears, spiced with warm cinnamon and nutmeg. Topped with a buttery crumble made of oats, brown sugar, and a touch of vanilla, this baked delight achieves the perfect balance of soft, juicy fruit and a satisfyingly crisp topping. Ready in under an hour, Winter Crisp is an excellent option for cold evenings or holiday gatherings. Serve it warm straight from the oven with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent treat that’s sure to please. Perfect for highlighting seasonal fruit and a must-try for fans of apple and pear desserts!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 large apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 3 large pears (e.g., Bosc or Bartlett)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup old-fashioned oats
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Peel, core, and slice the apples and pears into thin wedges, about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples and pears with the lemon juice, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss until evenly coated.

Step 4

Pour the fruit mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.

Step 5

In a separate mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt. Mix well.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Stir in the vanilla extract, then sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the fruit in the baking dish.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling at the edges.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the Winter Crisp cool for about 10 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	(1594.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2444.2

Total Fat 103.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 258.3mg	0%
Sodium 645.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 384.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.3g	0%
Total Sugars 242.4g
Protein 19.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 243.3mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 1811.7mg	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: 36.6%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 60.4%