Apple Pear Walnut Crisp Recipe
Introduction
This Apple Pear Walnut Crisp combines tender, juicy fruit with a crunchy, buttery oat topping. It’s a simple, comforting dessert perfect for any season and easy to customize with your favorite nuts or spices.
Ingredients
- 3 cups apples, peeled and sliced
- 3 cups pears, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a baking dish, spread the sliced apples and pears evenly.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix together the oats, walnuts, and melted butter until well combined to form the crisp topping.
- Step 3: Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the fruit in the baking dish.
- Step 4: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbly and tender.
- Step 5: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips & Variations
- For extra warmth, add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg to the oat topping mixture.
- Swap walnuts for pecans or almonds if preferred.
- Add a tablespoon of brown sugar to the oat mixture for added sweetness and caramelization.
- Use frozen fruit in a pinch, just increase the baking time slightly to allow for thawing.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual servings in the microwave or warm gently in the oven until heated through.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make the crisp ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the crisp and refrigerate it for a few hours before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from chilled.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Oats are naturally gluten-free but can be contaminated, so use certified gluten-free oats if you need to keep this recipe gluten-free.
PrintApple Pear Walnut Crisp Recipe
A warm and comforting Apple Pear Walnut Crisp combining the natural sweetness of apples and pears with the crunch of walnuts and oats, topped with buttery crumble and baked to bubbly perfection. This dessert is perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings, delivering a delightful balance of fruity and nutty flavors with a crisp topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Fruit
- 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 3 medium pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
Crisp Topping
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (optional, depending on fruit sweetness)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit: Peel, core, and slice the apples and pears evenly, then place them in an 8×8 inch baking dish, spreading them out to form an even layer.
- Make the oat topping: In a bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped walnuts, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Add the cold butter pieces, and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Assemble the crisp: Evenly spread the oat and walnut mixture over the fruit layer in the baking dish, ensuring full coverage.
- Bake the crisp: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbly and soft.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- You can adjust the sugar level depending on the natural sweetness of your apples and pears.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free oats.
- Chilling the butter before mixing helps create a crumbly topping texture.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated.
- Adding a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the topping spices can enhance flavor depth.
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