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    Home » Recipes » Sweets » Cranberry Apple Crisp

    By Amy · Published: Nov 2, 2020 · Updated: Nov 2, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy 4 Comments

    Cranberry Apple Crisp

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    This delicious Cranberry Apple Crisp is full of juicy cranberries, tart apples and topped with a crispy buttery oat topping. It’s an easy dessert that requires just 15 minutes prep time!

    Overhead view of apple cranberry crisp in a white bowl with vanilla ice cream.

    Cranberries aren’t just for cranberry sauce! This dessert crisp is a delicious way to celebrate the flavors of fall and the holidays. Not only is it simple to prepare, it is delicious when reheated.

    Your Simple Ingredients

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    • Apples – peeled, cored and chopped. I use Granny Smith, but Golden Delicious or Honeycrisp (or a mixture) will work as well.
    • Cranberries – fresh or frozen. There is no need to thaw if using frozen.
    • Cinnamon and nutmeg – adjust the spices to your personal preference, if desired.
    • Sugar – white granulated sugar is used in the cranberry and apple mixture and brown sugar is used in the topping.
    • Flour – all-purpose flour
    • Pecans – added crunch and flavor for the delicious oat topping!
    • Butter – melted butter for the oat topping. I use unsalted but salted can be used.
    • Oats – I use old fashioned cooking oats (I like the texture), but quick oats can be used as well (it has a finer and more delicate texture).

    How to Make It

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    In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add cranberries and apples, then gently stir to coat evenly. Transfer to a prepared baking dish.

    Overhead view of oat topping mixture for cranberry apple crisp in a glass bowl.

    Prepare the oat topping by stirring together oats, flour, brown sugar, pecans, cinnamon and nutmeg in a bowl until combined. Add melted butter and stir again until incorporated.

    Sprinkle topping mixture over the fruit mixture. Bake for 50 minutes, or until edges are bubbling and fruit is tender.

    A closeup of a spoon removing cranberry apple crisp from a white baking dish.

    SO GOOD and a perfect addition to your dessert table during the holidays!

    How to Make-Ahead and Reheat

    Bake a day ahead of time and allow to cool. Cover and refrigerate. When ready to reheat, allow to come to room temperature before placing in the oven. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes at 350 degrees F (uncovered), or until warmed through.

    A spoon in a white bowl of cranberry apple crisp with vanilla ice cream.

    Top it off with vanilla ice cream for an extra-special dessert everyone will love. ENJOY!

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    Cranberry Apple Crisp

    Loaded with juicy cranberries and tart apples, this delicious crisp is an easy holiday dessert!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: cranberry apple crisp
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 50 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Author: Amy

    Ingredients

    For the cranberry apple mixture:

    • 1 cup granulated white sugar
    • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • 2 ½ cups cranberries fresh or frozen
    • 3 cups cored, peeled and chopped Granny Smith apples

    For the topping:

    • 1 ½ cups old fashioned oats
    • ½ cup all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup packed brown sugar
    • ½ cup chopped pecans
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ½ cup unsalted butter melted

    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
    • Prepare the fruit mixture by whisking together granulated white sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg in a large bowl. Add cranberries and apples and gently stir to coat well. Transfer to prepared baking dish.
    • Prepare the topping by stirring together oats, flour, brown sugar, pecans, cinnamon and nutmeg until combined. Add melted butter and stir again until incorporated.
    • Evenly sprinkle topping mixture over fruit mixture. Bake approximately 50 minutes, or until edges are bubbling and fruit is tender.

    Notes

    • Fresh or frozen cranberries can be used.  No need to thaw if using frozen.
    • Golden Delicious or Honeycrisp apples can be substituted for Granny Smith (or use a mixture).
    • Quick cooking oats can be substituted for old fashioned oats.
    • Once cooled, store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    • To reheat, remove from fridge and allow to come to room temperature.  Bake at 350 degrees F (uncovered) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until heated through.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 434kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 186mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 399IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg

    If provided, nutritional info is a courtesy, is not guaranteed and should only be considered as a guideline.

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    This post was originally published October 2015. It has been updated with new photographs, new text, recipe slightly revised and republished November 2020.

    Adapted from Taste of Home

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    1. Wendy says

      January 16, 2022 at 8:38 am

      5 stars
      I wasn’t sure how tart it would be, using granny’s and cranberries, but tried it as I had whole cranberries leftover from Christmas. It didn’t disappoint. I did add a bit more cinnamon and nutmeg to the fruit mixture.

      I would say the prep is off at 15 minutes with the peeling and dicing, but worth it. Great with vanilla ice cream!

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    2. Katrina says

      November 16, 2020 at 7:02 pm

      5 stars
      Made this early this morning and what a treat. Absolutely delish!!

      Reply
      • Amy says

        November 17, 2020 at 12:11 pm

        Thanks so much, Katrina – So glad you enjoyed it!

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    3. SANDRA VLIES says

      February 01, 2020 at 1:33 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect for those couple apples left over from not being eaten fast enough!! Very yummy,,and Super Easy. I did,however,,Add nutmeg,Ginger,And some clove to the fruit,,and little more Cinnamon to oats

      Reply

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