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Slow Cooker Apple Pear Crisp

Slow Cooker Apple Pear Crisp
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This Slow Cooker Apple Pear Crisp is a warm, comforting dessert that combines tender apples and pears with a crunchy, cinnamon-spiced topping. Perfect for cozy evenings or casual gatherings, it’s easy to prepare with minimal effort and fills your home with inviting fall aromas.

Ingredients

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Fruit

  • 4 cups firm, tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 4 cups Bartlett or Bosc pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fruit: Wash, peel, core, and slice the apples and pears into even pieces to ensure consistent cooking. Toss them with lemon juice and vanilla extract to maintain freshness and add flavor.
  2. Mix the Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and softened butter. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture is crumbly and evenly coated.
  3. Assemble in the Slow Cooker: Layer the prepared fruit evenly in the bottom of your slow cooker. Sprinkle the crumbly topping evenly over the fruit layer, ensuring full coverage.
  4. Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours. The fruit will soften while retaining some shape, and the topping will develop a golden brown, crisp texture.
  5. Serve Warm: Once cooked, serve the apple pear crisp warm with optional accompaniments such as vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or toasted nuts.

Notes

  • Slice fruit uniformly for even cooking and perfect texture.
  • Don’t skip lemon juice to prevent browning and add brightness.
  • Use room temperature butter to ensure the topping mixes properly and crisps well.
  • Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain stable temperature.
  • Monitor cooking time after 3 hours to prevent overly mushy fruit.

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