GINGER FRUIT CRISP

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Our B&B guests tell us this fun breakfast crisp is one of the most enjoyable parts of their stay. There's seldom a crumb of it left. -Elinor Stabile, Canmore, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

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Ingredients

1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 cups sliced fresh plums
1 cup sliced peeled peaches
1 cup sliced nectarines
TOPPING:
1 cup crushed gingersnap cookies (about 20 cookies)
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup cold butter, cubed
1/2 cup sliced almonds
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Add the plums, peaches and nectarines; gently toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish., For topping, in a small bowl, combine the gingersnap crumbs, oats, brown sugar, ginger, cinnamon and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in almonds; sprinkle over fruit., Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until filling is bubbly and topping is browned. Serve warm with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.