HOME-FOR-CHRISTMAS FRUIT BAKE

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Pop this special dish in the oven and mouths will water in anticipation- the cinnamony aroma is tantalizing! The fruit comes out tender and slightly tart, while the pecan halves add a delightful crunch. -Bonnie Baumgardner, Sylva, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium apple, peeled and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks
1 can (29 ounces) peach halves, drained
1 can (29 ounces) pear halves, drained
1 jar (6 to 8 ounces) maraschino cherries
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Toss apple slices with lemon juice. Arrange in a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. Combine pineapple, peaches and pears; spoon over apples. Top with cherries and pecans; set aside. , In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, cinnamon and reserved pineapple juice. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved and butter is melted. Pour over fruit. Bake, uncovered, until apples are tender, about 45 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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This fruit bake is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruit. My kids loved it! They especially loved the crispy crust.


Shakira Sheerat
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I'm not a big fan of fruit desserts, but this fruit bake was an exception. The crust was so flaky and the fruit was so juicy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


MD Hazrat ali
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This fruit bake is a great make-ahead dessert. I made it the day before and it was even better the next day. The flavors had a chance to meld together and the crust was even crispier.


Samilyy
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I made this fruit bake for my family and they loved it! It was the perfect dessert to end our Christmas dinner. The fruit was so juicy and flavorful, and the crust was perfectly crispy.


Faiz Love
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This fruit bake is delicious! The crust is flaky and buttery, and the fruit is perfectly cooked. I love the addition of cinnamon and nutmeg, which gives it a warm, festive flavor.


Yani Carabuena
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I've made this fruit bake several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for a potluck or holiday gathering. I highly recommend it!


Akua Afriyie Anastasia adu
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This fruit bake is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I had a bunch of apples and pears that were about to go bad, so I decided to make this. It turned out great! The fruit was still firm and flavorful, and the crust was perfectly golden brown.


MJMMEDIA
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The fruit bake was surprisingly delicious and the crust was perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sinette Omran
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This fruit bake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use whatever fruits I have on hand, so it's always a different flavor combination. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Phyllis Jardine
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I made this for Christmas dinner and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. The only thing I would change is to use a bit less sugar, as I found it to be a bit too sweet for my taste.


Mackayla Gil
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This fruit bake was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and the presentation was stunning. I especially loved the contrast between the sweet, juicy fruits and the crispy, buttery crust. Definitely a keeper!