Apple-Pear Gratin Recipe

Name: Apple-Pear Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds Golden Delicious apples; 1 1/2 pounds firm-ripe Bartlett or Comice pears; 1 lemon (about 6 oz.), rinsed; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup dried currants; 2 tablespoons rum (optional); 5 to 6 ounces anise or almond biscotti or shortbread cookies; 1 tablespoon melted butter; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2/3 cup whipping cream; Vanilla ice cream or slightly sweetened softly whipped cream

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds Golden Delicious apples
1 1/2 pounds firm-ripe Bartlett or Comice pears
1 lemon (about 6 oz.), rinsed
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup dried currants
2 tablespoons rum (optional)
5 to 6 ounces anise or almond biscotti or shortbread cookies
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2/3 cup whipping cream
Vanilla ice cream or slightly sweetened softly whipped cream

1
Peel and core apples and pears. Cut fruit lengthwise into about 1/2-inch-thick wedges; place in a large bowl.
2
Grate peel (yellow part only) from lemon, then ream juice. Add peel and juice to apples and pears, along with sugar, currants, and rum; mix gently. Pour into a shallow 2- to 2 1/2-quart baking dish.
3
Place biscotti in a 1-quart zip-lock plastic bag and crush lightly with a rolling pin to make 1 1/2 cups coarse crumbs; pour into a small bowl. Add butter and cinnamon and mix. Sprinkle crumb mixture evenly over fruit. Pour cream evenly over topping.
4
Bake in a 375u00b0 regular or convection oven until fruit is tender when pierced and crumb topping is browned, 30 to 40 minutes. Let gratin cool at least 10 minutes; serve warm or cool. Scoop onto plates or bowls and top with ice cream.

1081

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* 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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.
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 1/2 pounds Golden Delicious apples, 1 1/2 pounds firm-ripe Bartlett or Comice pears, 1 lemon (about 6 oz.), rinsed, 1/2 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Apple-Pear Gratin falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Apple-Pear Gratin

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