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    Home » Recipes » Cobblers & Crisps

    Cinnamon Apple Pear Crisp

    Published: Nov 19, 2021 · Modified: Mar 23, 2023 by brooke · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    This cinnamon apple pear crisp is bursting with so many delicious warm flavors from the cinnamon and brown sugar coated apples and pears, and then topped with a buttery spiced oat topping. It's so simple to make, but with such a rewarding taste. Top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert.

    Cinnamon Apple Pear Crisp with ice cream on top

    CINNAMON APPLE AND PEAR CRISP

    I have always been such a fan of crisps. Something about the buttery and sugary oats all crisped up on top of a sweet and spiced fruit makes me so happy. I love it fresh and warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or I even love it chilled from the fridge.

    Another reason I love crisps is because they are so easy to make and can be made ahead of time if needed. They're the perfect alternative to pie, but without all the work of a pie crust.

    cinnamon apple pear crisp on a plate with ice cream

    INGREDIENTS NEEDED

    • Apples
    • Pears
    • Brown Sugar
    • Flour
    • Lemon Juice
    • Vanilla
    • Cinnamon
    • Nutmeg
    • Cardamom
    • Ginger
    • Salt
    • Oats
    • Pecans, although optional
    • Granulated Sugar
    • Butter
    all ingredients to make cinnamon apple pear crisp

    HOW TO MAKE THIS CRISP

    Preheat oven to 350 F.

    Make the Topping: In a bowl, combine flour, oats, nuts, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cut in your butter and use a pastry cutter to work it in until incorporated and mixture resembles wet sand. Add to the refrigerator and proceed to making the filling.

    all topping ingredients except butter
    butter added
    topping finished

    Make the Filling: Peel and slice apples and pears and add to a bowl. Squeeze lemon juice on top and add brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, ginger, salt, and vanilla extract. Toss together gently until all of the fruit is covered with sugar mixture. Add to a 9 inch pie pan.

    apples and pears sliced and peeled
    spices and sugars added
    all mixed together

    Remove topping from refrigerator and sprinkle on top of apple/pear mixture. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until topping becomes golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

    apples and pears placed in pie plate
    topping added on top of apples and pears
    finished baking

    HOW LONG IS CINNAMON APPLE PEAR CRISP GOOD FOR

    Cinnamon apple pear crisp is the very best fresh from the oven because the crisp is the crunchiest.  You can certainly enjoy leftover crisp, but the topping will start to soften. Refrigerated pear crisp is good for 3-4 days.

    HOW TO STORE CRISP

    I would suggest storing it covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Moving it to an airtight container will move the topping around and it won't stay as crunchy on the top.

    CAN I FREEZE THIS

    Yes, you can freeze this for up to 3 months no problem. Make sure you wrap tightly in plastic wrap and then with foil to preserve freshness. Rewarm in the oven at 350 for about 20 minutes before serving.

    two plates with cinnamon apple pear crisp

    WHAT ARE THE BEST KIND OF APPLES AND PEARS TO USE

    For apples, I like to use a mix of both granny smith and honey crisp apples so that I have some that are tart and some that are sweet, but you are welcome to use whatever you prefer.

    For pears, I like to use bartlett pears that are still somewhat firm so they don't turn mushy once baked.

    single plate of crisp with some apples and cinnamon sticks near by

    MORE CRISPS AND COBBLER RECIPES TO TRY:

    Brown Butter Peach Crisp

    Mixed Berry Cobbler

    For more yummy treats follow me on instagram @thesaltedsweets. And be sure to tag me and comment below if you make them and love them as much as I do.

    Cinnamon Apple Pear Crisp with ice cream on top.

    Cinnamon Apple Pear Crisp

    brooke
    This cinnamon apple pear crisp is bursting with so many delicious warm flavors from the cinnamon and sugar coated apples and pears, and the buttery spiced and oat topping.
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 45 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 290 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    For the Filling:

    • 2-3 medium/large apples peeled and sliced
    • 2-3 medium/large pears peeled and sliced
    • 2 teaspoon lemon juice
    • ¼ cup dark or light brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon cardamom
    • ¼ teaspoon ginger
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    For the Topping:

    • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
    • ¾ cup old-fashioned oats
    • ½ cup chopped pecans optional
    • ⅓ cup dark or light brown sugar
    • ¼ cup granulated sugar
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt
    • 6 tablespoon cold butter

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 F.
    • Make the Topping: In a bowl, combine flour, oats, nuts, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cut in your butter and use a pastry cutter to work it in until incorporated and mixture resembles wet sand. Add to the refrigerator and proceed to making the filling.
    • Make the Filling: Peel and slice apples and pears and add to a bowl. Squeeze lemon juice on top and add brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, ginger, salt, and vanilla extract. Toss together gently until all of the fruit is covered with sugar mixture. Add to a 9 inch pie pan.
    • Remove topping from refrigerator and sprinkle on top of apple/pear mixture. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until topping becomes golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

    Notes

    This can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days depending on how long it takes to enjoy.
    You could easily do all apples or all pears depending on what your preference is.
    This recipe can be made gluten free if using gluten free flour and oats.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 189mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 268IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword apple, cinnamon, cinnamon apple pear crisp, pear
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