Easy Apple Pear Crisp

Name: Easy Apple Pear Crisp {GF, V options}
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs. apples (about 4 medium, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4" thick slices*); 1 1/2 lbs. pears (about 4 medium, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4" thick slices*); 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (divided); 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats (use certified GF if needed); 1 cup all purpose flour (may substitute with 1 to 1 Gluten-Free flour); 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted (may substitute with melted butter))

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by Marcie // September 26, 2018 (updated 6/2/21)

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Easy Apple Pear Crisp is a combination of sweet apples, juicy pears and warm cinnamon topped with a golden brown oatmeal crisp topping! Recipe includes simple swaps for gluten-free and vegan options!

apple pear crisp serving in bowl topped with ice cream

It’s no secret that fruit crisps are some of my favorite desserts. I love pies too, but let’s be real…fruit crisps are so much easier than pie!

Strawberry rhubarb crisp and peach blueberry crisp are two of my favorites, but there’s something about the warm fall flavors in this Apple Pear Crisp.

I was planning on making my apple crisp recipe, but when I was at the market a few weeks back I picked up the most gorgeous apples and pears and knew I needed to combine them.

When it comes to baking with apples, I prefer to use a combination of tart Granny Smith and super sweet Pink Lady apples for a delicious contrast in flavor. Those are the apples of choice for me, but your favorite baking apples will work perfectly in this recipe, too.

And speaking of baking apples, my baked apples are one of the easiest and best fall desserts!

Bosc and Anjou pears are normally used for baking because they hold they’re shape better, but I had Bartlett pears on hand and used them instead. They worked out just fine!

How to make this recipe

This recipe is extremely easy, but prepping the fruit requires a bit of prep. The crisp topping comes together very quickly, and the best part is that entire recipe may be made in advance.

Place the apple, pear, sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, lemon juice and cornstarch in a large bowl and stir gently to combine. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan in an even layer.
Combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon and salt in medium bowl. Stir in the coconut oil until well moistened (or cut in cubes of cold butter to resemble a coarse meal). Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the fruit mixture and bake in the middle rack of the oven for 50-60 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. If the crisp topping browns too quickly, cover it with foil until it’s finished baking.

spoonful of apple pear crisp above baking dish

Recipe notes

You can make this apple pear crisp gluten free by using gluten-free certified oats and substituting the all purpose flour with gluten-free flour or even almond flour.
This recipe may also be made vegan! I love using melted coconut oil in my crisp topping as the coconut oil results in a crispy yet tender topping. I also love that I can stir it right into the other ingredients.
If you’d rather use butter, simply cut cold butter into small cubes and cut it into the topping ingredients with a pastry blender, fork or your fingers.
Store leftover crisp covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Note: the crisp topping will become soggy if stored in the refrigerator.

close up of apple pear crisp serving in bowl with ice cream

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