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Cranberry Orange Crisps

These Cranberry Orange Crisps are individual baked desserts featuring a tart cranberry filling enhanced with orange zest and juice, topped with a golden, crunchy crumble. They are assembled and baked until bubbling and crisp, showcasing a balance of juicy fruit and crisp topping in a small, portable package.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries roughly chopped
  • 1 medium orange zest and juice
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) e.g., walnuts or pecans

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish or ramekins
  • Grater or Zester
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the ramekins or small baking dishes on a baking sheet for easy handling.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped cranberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and the grated orange zest and juice. Stir until the cranberries are evenly coated and the mixture appears slightly thickened.
  3. Spoon the cranberry filling into each individual baking dish, distributing it evenly. The filling should fill about three-quarters of each dish.
  4. In a separate bowl, prepare the crumble topping by combining the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and chopped nuts if using. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the cranberry filling in each ramekin, covering the surface completely.
  6. Place the baking sheet with the filled ramekins into the preheated oven. Bake for about 20-25 minutes until the topping is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
  7. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the crisps cool slightly for 5 minutes. The filling will be hot and bubbly but should set slightly as it rests.
  8. Serve the Cranberry Orange Crisps warm, perhaps with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.

Notes

You can prepare the cranberry filling ahead of time and assemble just before baking. For extra flavor, sprinkle some additional orange zest on top before serving.