Northern Cinnamon Apple and Pear Crisp
A warm fruit crisp combining northern apples and pears with a cinnamon-spiced oat topping, perfect for an inviting dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers medium, peeled, cored, and sliced pears, freshly squeezed lemon juice, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 medium, peeled, cored, and sliced apples
- 2 medium, peeled, cored, and sliced pears
- 1 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup, packed brown sugar
- 6 tbsp, cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, toss 3 peeled and sliced apples and 2 peeled and sliced pears with 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Transfer the fruit mixture to a 9-inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add 6 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter.
- Step 4: Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, blend butter into the oat mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 5: Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the fruit. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and fruit is bubbly.
- Step 6: Let cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow the juices to thicken.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Northern Cinnamon Apple and Pear Crisp take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Northern Cinnamon Apple and Pear Crisp?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Northern Cinnamon Apple and Pear Crisp?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Northern Cinnamon Apple and Pear Crisp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Northern Cinnamon Apple and Pear Crisp?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
