CRANBERRY PEAR COBBLERS

Cranberry Pear Cobblers image

These individual cranberry-and-pear treats feature a hint of ginger and cinnamon. Served warm, topped with ice cream, their homestyle flavor is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth's craving. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 small pears, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/4 cup dried cranberries
3 tablespoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter
TOPPING:
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
8 teaspoons cold butter
1/4 cup buttermilk

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Spoon into two 10-oz. custard cups coated with cooking spray. Dot with butter. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until hot and bubbly. , For topping, combine sugar and ginger in a blender; cover and process until crumbly. Set aside 1-1/2 teaspoons of the mixture. Add flour, baking soda and salt to the blender; cover and process for 20 seconds or until combined. Add butter; process until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. , Transfer to a small bowl; stir in buttermilk. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto hot fruit filling; sprinkle with reserved sugar mixture. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until topping is golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 584 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 98g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.