Simply the Best Apple Pear Crisp!

Is there anything better than a warm, homemade apple crisp? There is something about the combination of warm, sweet, tender fruit with a crunchy, buttery oatmeal topping that hits the spot every single time.

Recently, I found myself with a few pears in the fridge that were starting to go soft. I hate wasting food, so I decided to tweak my go-to apple crisp recipe by tossing the pears right in with the apples.

Talk about delicious!

The sweet apples and soft pears blend together beautifully, creating a rich, subtle flavor that takes a classic comfort dessert to the next level.

My Secret to the Crunchiest Crisp Topping

The topping is always the best part, and I’ve learned a quick trick over the years that makes a huge difference in texture:

Pro Tip: Make your oatmeal topping first and place it in the refrigerator while you prep and slice your fruit.

Keeping the butter nice and cold right up until it goes into the oven prevents it from melting too fast. This simple step guarantees a top layer that bakes up amazingly golden and crunchy every time.