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A close-up shot showcases the golden-brown topping and juicy filling of a freshly baked Cranberry Apple Crisp.
Lady Maria

Best Cranberry Apple Crisp Ever

This Cranberry Apple Crisp is a delightful dessert that balances sweet and tart flavors with a buttery, crumbly topping. It's easy to make and perfect for holiday gatherings or any chilly evening, promising a warm and comforting experience in every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6-8 medium apples Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Gala
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries, rinsed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • Pastry blender or fingertips
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Oven
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, cranberries, granulated sugar, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla extract.
  3. Toss everything together until the fruit is evenly coated.
  4. Pour the fruit mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and distribute evenly.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt.
  6. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Sprinkle the crisp topping evenly over the fruit filling.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbly. If the topping starts to brown too quickly, tent it with foil during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
  9. Let the crisp cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, use a mix of apple varieties. Keep the butter cold for a crumbly topping and avoid overmixing. Adjust sweetness to your liking. Add nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra crunch. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven or microwave. Assemble the crisp ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and oats. To make it vegan, use vegan butter and sugar.