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    Easy Apple Pear Crisp

    Published: Nov 26, 2020 · Modified: Jan 26, 2022 by Kristi · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This incredibly easy and oh, so delicious apple and pear crisp is made with simple wholesome ingredients from scratch. Serve it with ice cream for dessert or with a dollop of yogurt for breakfast!

    Inside of the apple pear crisp

    Nothing says Fall like a freshly baked apple dessert with a nice crisp and crumbly oat topping. It's the perfect dessert to make around the holidays because it is pretty, naturally sweetened, and absolutely delicious.

    For more seasonal recipes, try my Cranberry Sauce, Homemade Pumpkin Waffles, and Perfectly Roasted Root Vegetables, recipes. They are all kid-approved!

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    • Why You'll Love this Recipe
    • Dietitian Tip
    • Ingredient Notes
    • Step-by-Step Instructions
    • Expert Tips
    • Questions You May Have
    • More Easy Apple Recipes
    • Easy Apple Pear Crisp

    Why You'll Love this Recipe

    • Easy recipe
    • Vegan
    • Dairy-free and soy-free, so kids with an allergy or intolerance to milk and/or soy can enjoy it!
    • High in fiber, which will help kids feel full longer.
    • Shorter baking time than most other apple crisp recipes.

    Dietitian Tip

    While apple crisp is traditionally served as dessert, this version works just as well for breakfast or a snack. Serve the leftovers of this fruit crisp as is, top it with yogurt, or with a glass of milk for a quick and easy breakfast.

    The fruit crisp is delicious on its own, so adding yogurt or ice cream is completely optional.

    Ingredient Notes

    Apple pear crisp ingredients, labeled.
    • Apples High in fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.
    • Bartlett Pears High in fiber and vitamin C. According to the California Pears, Bartlett pears are considered the sweetest, juiciest, and most flavorful pear.
    • Oats An excellent source of soluble fiber, insoluble fiber, phosphorus, thiamine, magnesium, and zinc.
    • Walnuts The only nut significantly high in omega-3 ALA, according to California Walnuts. Walnuts are also a good source of protein, fiber, and magnesium.
    • White whole wheat flour Unbleached and whole grain.
    • Spices Added for flavor.
    • Olive Oil Used in place of butter in this recipe. It's rich in monounsaturated fats, is full of antioxidants, and contains anti-inflammatory properties.
    • Cranberries Optional. Added for color and to balance out the flavor.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    apples and pears chopped, with a few cranberries

    Here's a brief overview of the steps to make this easy apple pear crisp. For a full list of ingredients and instructions, scroll down to the recipe.

    1. Wash and cut apples and pear. Leave the skins on and cut apples and pears up into small, bite sized pieces.
    2. Make oat mixture in a small bowl. Set aside.
    3. Mix together fruit and spices. In a separate bowl.
    4. Assemble apple and pear crisp: Spread fruit and spice mixture out evenly to cover the bottom of a 9x9 baking dish. Then, top with oat mixture.
    5. Bake in a 375-degree Fahrenheit oven for 25 minutes.
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    One square red ceramic coated baking dish by Le Creuset.

    Expert Tips

    • Leave the skins on the apples and pears for added nutrients and for excellent texture. By cutting up the apple and pear into small pieces, when cooked, the skins won't be noticeable.
    • Cranberries are optional. If your kids don't like foods that are 'tart' (like cranberries), consider adding only a few cranberries the first time you make this and encourage them to try it.
    • Kids love this when served as dessert!
    • This apple crumble also makes a nourishing and delicious breakfast or after school snack.

    Questions You May Have

    How can I tell if a pear is ripe?

    According to have a plant, all you need to do is simply apply pressure to the neck of the pear with your thumb. If it yields to pressure, it's ripe.

    What kind of apple is best to use?

    Use what you have. Any apple will work in this recipe! Because the cranberries add a touch of tartness, I suggest sticking with sweeter apples, like Gala.

    What can I substitute for pears?

    More apples!

    How to tell when the crisp is done baking?

    The top will be golden brown, and the fruit mixture will be bubbly around the sides.

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    Did you love this Apple Pear Crisp? Please leave a 5-star rating below or a review in the comment section.

    Don't forget to take a picture with your favorite topping (is it ice cream, yogurt, or something else?) and tag @carrots.and.cookies on Instagram so I can see it!

    Inside of the apple pear crisp

    Easy Apple Pear Crisp

    Kristi
    Kids love this easy apple pear crip served as a dessert, breakfast, or snack. It is made from scratch using wholesome ingredients and is perfect to serve in the colder months! Serve it alone or with a small amount of yogurt or ice cream and you're set.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 215 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Good quality knife
    • 1 Cutting board
    • 2 Mixing bowls
    • 1 9x9 Baking dish
    • measuring cups and spoons

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 apples washed, cored, and chopped into bite-sized pieces (about 4 cups)
    • 2 pears washed, cored, and chopped into bite-sized pieces
    • ¼ cup cranberries optional
    • ¾ cup whole oats old fashioned rolled oats
    • ½ cup white whole wheat flour I used King Arthur brand
    • 1 lemon juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
    • 3 tablespoon walnuts finely chopped
    • 3 tablespoon maple syrup pure maple syrup
    • 3 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
    • 1 ½ teaspoon cinnamon divided
    • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
    • ½ teaspoon salt

    Instructions
     

    • Mix together apple and pear pieces, cranberries, lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Spread on the bottom of a 8x8 baking dish.
    • In a separate bowl, mix together oats, walnuts, flour, salt, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, olive oil, and maple syrup.
    • Spread oat mixture out evenly over the apple mixture.
    • Bake in a 375°F oven for 35 minutes.
    • Serve warm. Enjoy!

    Notes

    You do not have to peel the apples or pears. Keeping the skins on adds color, fiber, texture, and more nutritional value to this recipe. Plus, it saves time!
    If you choose to use larger apple and pear pieces or slices, it will take longer to bake.
    Serve this to your kids plain or with a glass of milk or serving of yogurt for breakfast or with a small scoop of ice cream for dessert!
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 148mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 6gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 56IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Blakey

      March 16, 2023 at 11:57 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect! I used almond flour and blueberries instead of cranberries.

      Reply
      • Kristi

        March 17, 2023 at 12:54 am

        Yay! Sounds like delicious substitutions!

        Reply

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