Cranberry Apple Crisp Recipe
This Cranberry Apple Crisp is a delightful and comforting dessert combining tart cranberries and sweet apples topped with a buttery oat crisp. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, this crowd-pleaser bakes to golden perfection and is excellent served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Fruit Filling
- 12 ounces cranberries, fresh or frozen (about 3 cups)
- 2 large apples, sliced thin (about 3 cups)
- 1¼ cups sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
Topping
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or 1 cup brown rice flour for gluten-free alternative)
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ⅔ cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan thoroughly with butter to prevent sticking.
- Combine Fruit and Seasonings: In a large bowl, place cranberries and thinly sliced apples. Add sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, kosher salt, and cornstarch. Stir well to coat all the fruit evenly. Set aside to let the flavors meld while assembling the topping.
- Make the Crisp Topping: In a separate bowl, mix old-fashioned oats, all-purpose flour (or brown rice flour for gluten-free), light brown sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture is evenly combined and crumbly.
- Assemble the Crisp: Pour the fruit mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Evenly sprinkle the oat topping over the fruit layer, ensuring good coverage.
- Bake and Serve: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 24-28 minutes until the topping is browned and the fruit mixture is bubbly. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgence.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen cranberries interchangeably; there’s no need to thaw frozen cranberries before using.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with brown rice flour as indicated.
- Thinly slicing apples ensures even cooking and blending well with the cranberries.
- Storing leftovers covered in the refrigerator will keep the crisp fresh for up to 3 days.
- Reheat individual servings gently in the microwave to enjoy warm flavor and texture.
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