Pear and Dried-Cherry Crisp with Nutmeg-Walnut Streusel

The crisp is a classic American dessert that originated in the Midwest in the early 20th century. It is known for its crispy, crumbly topping and juicy fruit filling.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Pear and Dried-Cherry Crisp with Nutmeg-Walnut Streusel

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Dinner Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1920

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 cup Pears
• 1 cup Dried cherries
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Rolled oats
• ¹⁄₃ cup Packed light brown sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Chopped walnuts
• 6 scoop Vanilla ice cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the pears, dried cherries, lemon juice, and granulated sugar. Toss to coat the fruit evenly. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the walnuts.
4. Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the fruit in the baking dish.
5. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the fruit is tender and the topping is golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
7. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 25g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.