GINGER APPLE-PEAR CRISP

Ginger Apple-Pear Crisp image

Enjoy autumn aromas-apples, cinnamon and spices-in this delicious recipe. It's even better with a scoop of vanilla or pumpkin ice cream! Whipped cream is always an option. -Holly Battiste, Barrington, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Previous Next

Ingredients

4 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
4 medium pears, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup cold butter, cubed

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, toss the first 7 ingredients. Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish., In another bowl, mix the first 6 topping ingredients; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over fruit., Bake until golden brown and fruit is tender, 40-45 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.