Imagine a dessert that captures the essence of fall in every single bite - a magical combination of sweet, juicy persimmons and crisp Asian pears, kissed with warm ginger and a buttery, crumbly topping that melts in your mouth. This isn't just a dessert; it's a culinary experience that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary treat that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ripe persimmons, peeled and sliced
- 2 Asian pears, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Carefully peel the persimmons and Asian pears. Slice them into uniform 1/4-inch thick pieces, removing any seeds or tough cores.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced persimmons and Asian pears. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of brown sugar and ground ginger over the fruit, gently tossing to ensure even coating.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the crisp topping by mixing rolled oats, all-purpose flour, remaining brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the melted butter into the dry topping mixture, stirring until the ingredients form a crumbly, moist texture.
- Transfer the spiced fruit mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Sprinkle the oat and butter crumb mixture uniformly over the fruit, ensuring complete coverage.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping turns golden brown and the fruit begins to bubble around the edges.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. The crisp can be enjoyed warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Tips
- Choose Perfectly Ripe Fruit: Select persimmons that are soft but not mushy, and Asian pears that are firm with a slight give. This ensures the perfect texture and sweetness.
- Uniform Slicing: Cut your fruits into consistent 1/4-inch thick slices to ensure even cooking and a beautiful presentation.
- Room Temperature Butter: Let your butter sit out for 10-15 minutes before melting to achieve the ideal crumb texture.
- Don't Overmix the Topping: Mix the crumb topping just until it starts to clump - overmixing can make it tough instead of crispy.
- Serving Suggestion: While delicious on its own, a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream can elevate this crisp to a whole new level of deliciousness.
- Make Ahead: This crisp can be prepared earlier in the day and reheated just before serving, making it perfect for dinner parties or family gatherings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 35mg
