Cranberry Crisp
A vibrant cranberry crisp featuring tart cranberries topped with a buttery walnut streusel, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy desserts with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Toss cranberries, sugar, and walnuts in a 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Cover the cranberries with the flour and sugar mixture.
- Bake for 45 minutes.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Tips & Substitutions
For best results, use fresh cranberries to achieve that tart flavor. If you can't find walnuts, pecans or almonds make great substitutes. For a touch of extra flavor, consider adding a splash of orange juice or zest when tossing the cranberries. Make sure your butter is cold to achieve the perfect crumbly topping texture.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the cranberry crisp warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast. It pairs beautifully with a cup of hot tea or coffee, making it a perfect dessert for gatherings. Consider serving it with other seasonal desserts like Applesauce Cake With Raisins for a varied dessert table.
Storage & Reheating
Leftover cranberry crisp can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, place the crisp in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes until warmed through. This will help maintain the texture of the topping.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Cranberry Crisp contains roughly 493 calories, with 7g protein, 105g carbohydrates, and 8g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (32% of the Daily Value) and dietary fiber (27% of the Daily Value), and a good source of protein and iron. It also contributes 8g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen cranberries for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen cranberries, but do not thaw them before using. This will help maintain their shape and tartness during baking. You may need to increase the baking time slightly to ensure they are heated through.
What can I substitute for brown sugar?
If you don’t have brown sugar, you can make your own by mixing white sugar with a bit of molasses. Use one cup of white sugar and add one tablespoon of molasses for light brown sugar or two tablespoons for dark brown sugar.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this cranberry crisp is a vegetarian recipe and contains no meat or animal products. The use of butter is the only animal product, so feel free to substitute it with a plant-based butter for a vegan option.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).