Here’s a winter-inspired dessert that’s easy to make and perfect for the colder months.
Spiced Apple and Pear Crisp with a Crumble Topping. This dessert incorporates the warm, aromatic flavours of F N Good Food's Warming Winter seasoning into a comforting fruit crisp, topped with a buttery, crunchy crumble. It’s a crowd-pleaser and great for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in.
Spiced Apple and Pear Crisp with Crumble Topping
*(Serves 6-8)*
Ingredients
For the Fruit Filling:
- 4 medium apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 4 medium pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (adjust to taste based on the sweetness of the fruit)
- 2-3 tsp of F N Good Food Warming Winter seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (or flour, to thicken the filling)
For the Crumble Topping:
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1-2 tsp of F N Good Food Warming Winter seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp salt (optional)
For Serving:
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized ovenproof dish.
2. Prepare the Fruit Filling:
In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples and pears with brown sugar, F N Good Food's Warming Winter seasoning, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Mix well to coat the fruit evenly. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out in an even layer.
3. Make the Crumble Topping:
In a separate bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, F N Good Food's Warming Winter seasoning, and salt (if using). Add the cold cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Assemble the Crisp:
Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the fruit mixture in the baking dish.
5. Bake:
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling.
6. Cool and Serve:
Let the crisp cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Tips
- For a nuttier topping, add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds to the crumble mixture.
- If your fruit is very sweet, reduce the amount of brown sugar in the filling.
- This dessert can be made ahead and reheated in the oven before serving.
This Spiced Apple and Pear Crisp is a delightful winter dessert that highlights the warm, aromatic flavours of F N Good Food's Warming Winter seasoning. It’s easy to make, comforting, and perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Enjoy!
