Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our delectable Pear and Cherry Crisp, a dessert masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds. This irresistible crisp combines the sweet and juicy goodness of ripe pears and plump cherries, enveloped in a crispy oat and almond topping. The medley of fruit and crunchy topping is further elevated by a luscious almond custard sauce, creating a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving for more.
Accompanying this main recipe are three additional culinary gems: a classic Vanilla Custard Sauce, perfect for those who prefer a simple yet elegant accompaniment to their crisp; a tangy and refreshing Lemon Custard Sauce, adding a zesty twist to the dessert experience; and a rich and decadent Chocolate Custard Sauce, catering to those with a sweet tooth. Whether you're a fan of classic flavors or prefer a touch of adventure, these custards are sure to satisfy your cravings.
PEAR AND CHERRY CRISP WITH ALMOND CUSTARD SAUCE
Looking for a baked dessert recipe? Then check out this fruits crisp with a nutty custard sauce.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. In small bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, 3 tablespoons flour and the butter until crumbly. Stir in dried cherries; set aside.
- In 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish, mix remaining fruit crisp ingredients. Sprinkle oat mixture over filling; press slightly.
- Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until topping is golden brown and mixture is bubbly. Cool 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix all sauce ingredients. Serve fruit crisp with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 95 mg, Sugar 35 g, TransFat 0 g
PEAR CRISP WITH ALMONDS
"I am always looking for something besides a cake or pie for the holidays and this crisp is surprisingly light. The flavor of the almonds with the pears is a winner. The almonds also add a great texture to the topping." - Alex Guarnaschelli
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Yield 8 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- 2.Pears: Cut pears in half and then into thin slices. Put them in a large bowl and toss with the brown sugar, lemon juice and zest to blend, set aside.
- 3. Topping: Combine flour, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Add the butter and almonds and break them up with your fingers integrating the dry ingredients with the butter and nuts.
- 4. Grease the bottom and sides of a shallow square baking dish (8 square inches) with the remaining tablespoon of butter. Layer the pears in the dish and top evenly with the nut topping. Place the dish in the center of the oven and bake until the pears are tender when pierced with the tip of a knife. The topping should be golden brown as well, about 40-45 minutes. Set aside to cool a few minutes before serving.
PEAR AND DRIED-CHERRY CUSTARD CRISP
Provided by Diane Rossen Worthington
Categories Food Processor Egg Fruit Dessert Bake Fourth of July Thanksgiving Quick & Easy Lemon Pear Cherry Vanilla Fall Cinnamon Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- For topping:
- Mix first 6 ingredients in medium bowl. Add melted butter and vanilla extract; stir with fork until soft crumbly dough forms. (Can be made up to 6 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature.)
- For custard:
- Whisk eggs in medium bowl to blend. Whisk in crème fraîche and vanilla. Sift in flour; whisk until smooth. (Can be made up to 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill; rewhisk before using.)
- For filling:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Generously butter 13x9x2-inch oval ceramic or glass baking dish. Combine pears, cherries, and lemon juice in large bowl; toss to blend. Mix flour, sugar, and lemon peel in small bowl. Add to pear mixture and toss to blend. Transfer pear mixture to prepared dish, pressing slightly with rubber spatula to form even layer. (Can be made up to 1 hour ahead; let stand at room temperature.)
- Pour custard evenly over pear mixture. Using fingertips, crumble topping evenly over. Bake until pears are tender and topping is deep golden, about 55 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature, with ice cream.
COUNTRY PEAR AND CHERRY CRISP
Make and share this Country Pear And Cherry Crisp recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MrsStacy Casas
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- If using canned cherrie, drain cherries, reserving 1/2 cup juice.
- In a large mixing bowl combine frozen or canned cherries and reserved juice; add sugar and toss to coat.
- Let stand for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl combine flour, peel, and cinnamon; sprinkle over cherries.
- Toss to mix.
- Add pears; toss to mix.
- Transfer to an ungreased 2 quart square baking dish.
- Combine granola and butter; sprinkle over filling.
- Bake in a 375 degree oven about 30 minutes or until pears are tender.
- If necessary, to prevent overbrowning, cover with foil the last 5 to 10 minutes.
- If desired, serve warm with Icecream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.2, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 37.2, Carbohydrate 51.4, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 31.8, Protein 5.9
CUSTARD SAUCE
Use this custard sauce in our Poached Pear and Almond Trifle recipe.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes 2 1/3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Fill a large bowl with ice and water; set aside. Place milk and cream in a saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Combine egg yolks and sugar in a medium bowl, and whisk until pale yellow. Pour half of hot milk mixture into egg-yolk mixture, whisking constantly. Return to pot with remaining milk mixture, and cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until thick enough to coat back of spoon.
- Remove from heat; pour through a very fine strainer into a bowl set over the ice bath. Allow to cool, stirring occasionally. Store in an airtight container up to 2 days in the refrigerator, until ready to use.
PEAR AND DRIED CHERRY CRISP WITH COCONUT-ALMOND TOPPING
Categories Fruit Dessert Bake Thanksgiving High Fiber Pear Cherry Coconut Almond Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For Topping:
- Mix flour, sugar, ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg in medium bowl. Add chilled butter and rub with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add shredded coconut and sliced almonds and rub mixture with fingertips until small clumps form. (Topping can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- For Fruit:
- Preheat oven to 375° F. Butter 13 x 9x2-inch glass baking dish. Toss pears, cherries, sugar, flour and spices in large bowl. Transfer to prepared dish. Dot with butter. Sprinkle topping over. Bake until topping browns and juices thicken, about 45 minutes. Cool slightly. Serve with ice cream.
PEAR AND SOUR CHERRY CRISP
This pear and cherry crisp is a delicious mixture of sweet and tart. It's an easy dessert to make for company.
Provided by Ruth Y.
Categories Desserts Crisps and Crumbles Recipes Pear Crisps and Crumbles Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- Mix pears, cherries, cornstarch, 2/3 cup sugar, and almond extract in prepared baking dish. Combine flour, 1/3 cup sugar, salt, and nutmeg in a bowl; cut in butter with a knife or pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle flour mixture over fruit.
- Bake in preheated oven until crust is golden, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.9 calories, Carbohydrate 68.3 g, Cholesterol 34.3 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 315.9 mg, Sugar 40.5 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe, juicy pears and cherries: This will ensure that your crisp is bursting with flavor.
- Don't overmix the crisp topping: A few lumps are okay—they'll help create a crispy texture.
- Bake the crisp until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling: This usually takes about 45 minutes.
- Let the crisp cool for at least 15 minutes before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the crisp to set.
- Serve the crisp with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream: This will add a delicious creamy element to the dish.
Conclusion:
This pear and cherry crisp with almond custard sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet pears, tart cherries, and crunchy almonds is simply irresistible. And the almond custard sauce is the perfect finishing touch, adding a rich and creamy flavor to the dish. So next time you're looking for a dessert that is both delicious and impressive, give this pear and cherry crisp a try. You won't be disappointed!
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