Name: Cranberry Apple Crisp Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 ounces cranberries (fresh or frozen, about 3 cups); 2 large apples, sliced thin (about 3 cups); 1¼ cups sugar; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 cup old-fashioned oats; 1 cup all-purpose flour (or 1 cup brown rice flour for gluten-free alternative); ½ cup light brown sugar; ⅔ cup butter, melted

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Introduction

This Cranberry Apple Crisp is a delightful blend of tart cranberries and sweet apples topped with a warm, crunchy oat topping. Perfect for cozy autumn evenings, it’s an easy dessert that brings comforting flavors to your table.

A white rectangular dish holds a mixed berry and apple crumble with two clear layers. The bottom layer shows juicy red cranberries, sliced apples with red skin, and a few visible blueberries, all softened and slightly syrupy. The top layer consists of a thick, golden-brown oat crumble topping with uneven, chunky pieces that have a rough, crumbly texture. Kitchen towel with black grid lines partially surrounds the dish, with a metal serving spoon resting inside, its wooden handle leaning on the dish edge. The dish sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

12 ounces cranberries, fresh or frozen (about 3 cups)
2 large apples, sliced thin (about 3 cups)
1¼ cups sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup all-purpose flour (for gluten-free option: 1 cup brown rice flour)
½ cup light brown sugar
⅔ cup butter, melted

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the cranberries and sliced apples. Sprinkle with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and cornstarch. Stir well to coat the fruit evenly and set aside.
Step 3: In another bowl, mix together the oats, flour, and brown sugar. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly.
Step 4: Pour the fruit mixture into the prepared pan, then evenly sprinkle the oat topping over the fruit.
Step 5: Bake for 24-28 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling at the edges.
Step 6: Serve warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special touch.

Tips & Variations

Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for a balanced flavor and texture.
For a crunchier topping, add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the oat mixture.
Substitute the all-purpose flour with brown rice flour for a gluten-free version.
If you like a spicier crisp, add a pinch of ground cloves or ginger to the fruit mixture.

Storage

Allow the crisp to cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or rewarm the whole dish in a 350°F oven for about 15 minutes. It’s best enjoyed warm.

How to Serve

A white baking dish filled with a fruit crisp showing two main layers: at the bottom, a mix of red berries and thin pale slices of what looks like apple or pear, partially visible through gaps; on top, a thick, uneven layer of golden oat crumble that covers the fruits almost fully, with a rough texture made of large oat clusters. The dish rests on a white marbled surface with a black and white checkered cloth partially visible on the right side. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen cranberries?

Yes, frozen cranberries work well in this recipe. No need to thaw them before mixing; just add them directly with the apples.

How do I prevent the topping from getting soggy?

Make sure to evenly distribute melted butter in the topping mixture. Baking at a high temperature (400°F) helps the topping crisp up quickly. Also, avoid adding extra liquid to the fruit mixture.