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Apple Cranberry Crisp

Cozy Apple Cranberry Crisp That’s Perfect for Fall Gatherings

This Apple Cranberry Crisp is a delightful fall dessert that combines sweet apples and tangy cranberries beneath a crunchy oat topping, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 6 cups Honey Crisp Apples Sweetness and structure; any firm apples can be used as a substitute.
  • 3 cups Frozen Cranberries Fresh cranberries can also work wonderfully.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Consider coconut sugar as a healthier option.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste for a lower-sugar option.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Provides bright acidity; lemon juice can substitute if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Try arrowroot starch for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Pumpkin pie spice offers a seasonal twist.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cardamom
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon Allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Use table salt in smaller amounts if needed.
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Oats Gluten-free oats can work for gluten-sensitive diets.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Almond flour can be used for a gluten-free variation.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Pie Dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your baking dish and set it aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced Honey Crisp apples and frozen cranberries. Add in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, orange juice, orange zest, cornstarch, and your chosen spices. Toss gently until well-coated.
  3. In another bowl, blend the unsalted butter with the oats, sugars, all-purpose flour, and spices until crumbly clumps form.
  4. Pour the apple and cranberry filling into your pie dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle oat topping generously over the filling.
  5. Place the assembled crisp in the oven and bake for 75-90 minutes, until the filling is bubbly and topping is golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for about 10-15 minutes. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience; a scoop of vanilla ice cream makes it delightful.

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