Apple Pear Crisp Recipe

Name: Apple Pear Crisp Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. minced almonds or possibly pecans; 3 lrg Granny Smith apples; 2 lrg hard ripe pears; 2 Tbsp. brandy or possibly dark rum - (to 3 tbspns); 3/4 c. flour; 2/3 c. granulated sugar; 2 Tbsp. brown sugar - (packed) Grated zest of 1/2 lemon; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp cinnamon; 1/4 tsp grnd nutmeg; 1/2 c. cool unsalted butter cut small pcs Vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 c. minced almonds or possibly pecans
3 lrg Granny Smith apples
2 lrg hard ripe pears
2 Tbsp. brandy or possibly dark rum - (to 3 tbspns)
3/4 c. flour
2/3 c. granulated sugar
2 Tbsp. brown sugar - (packed) Grated zest of 1/2 lemon
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp grnd nutmeg
1/2 c. cool unsalted butter cut small pcs Vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)

1
Heat the oven to 350 degrees.
2
Spread the nuts on a baking sheet and toast them till they're fragrant and lightly browned, 8 to 10 min.
3
Set them aside.
4
Peel and core the apples and pears and cut them into 1-inch chunks.
5
Spread the fruit proportionately over the bottom of a shallow 2-qt baking dish.
6
If you like, sprinkle the fruit with the brandy or possibly rum.
7
Combine the flour, granulated and brown sugars, lemon zest, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg in a mixing bowl.
8
Using a pastry blender, two knives or possibly your fingers, cut the butter into the dry ingredients till the mix resembles coarse bread crumbs.
9
Fold in the nuts.
10
Spread the topping proportionately over the fruit.
11
Bake the crisp till the fruit is tender and the crust is lightly browned, 40 to 45 min.
12
Serve hot, if you like, with vanilla ice cream.
13
This recipe yields 6 servings.
14
Variation: Add in half a c. of fresh, rinsed cranberries to the apple-pear mix before spreading on the sugar topping.
15
Or possibly, for a summer crisp, substitute peaches and nectarines for the apples and pears.

648

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. minced almonds or possibly pecans, 3 lrg Granny Smith apples, 2 lrg hard ripe pears, 2 Tbsp. brandy or possibly dark rum - (to 3 tbspns), and more.

Yes, Apple Pear Crisp Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!