Helping Hands in the Kitchen: Fall Fruit Crisp

A delicious Fall Fruit Crisp dessert, served in a ceramic baking dish. The crisp is a golden brown on top, with the fruit bubbling underneath.

We are excited to share a delicious recipe for a Fall Fruit Crisp made with seasonal fruit. This recipe is not only a tasty treat, it is also a great way to use up any surplus fruit you may have at home. So, let’s get started and make the most of this wonderful season!

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Recipe for FALL FRUIT CRISP

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

Baking dish or baking sheet, mixing bowl, cutting board, knife, mixing utensil, and measuring cups.

SERVES 2
ESTIMATED COST: $2.00
COST PER SERVING: $1.00

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cup of your favorite seasonal fruit (i.e. apples, peaches, pears)
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rolled oats
  • 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/2 tbsp honey

METHOD OF PREPARATION

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease the baking dish.
  2. Slice your fruit of choice into 2-inch, bite-sized pieces and place in the baking dish.
  3. Combine melted butter or coconut oil in mixing bowl with oats, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until oats are evenly coated.
  4. Transfer oat mixture to baking dish, layering oats over the fruit.
  5. Then, drizzle honey over oats and bake in the oven for 10 minutes and then broil for 5 minutes or until oats are toasted.
  6. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Enjoy!

NUTRITION INFORMATION

Fall Fruit Crisp Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1 Serving Amount Per Serving & % Daily Value* Calories: 179.4 Total Fat: 7.2g 9% Saturated Fat 3.8g 19% Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 15.3mg 5% Sodium 75.4mg 3% Total Carbohydrate 27.8g 10% Dietary Fiber 4.2g 15% Sugars 11.1g Protein 3g Vitamin D 0% Calcium 2% Iron 6% Potassium 3% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Honey is rich in antioxidants, which can help protect cells from oxidative stress and inflammation, contributing to overall health and potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases when consumed as part of a balanced diet. Consuming local honey may help alleviate allergy symptoms. It contains trace amounts of local pollen, and regular exposure to these small quantities can potentially desensitize the immune system, reducing allergic reactions and providing relief from seasonal allergies. 

Seasonal fall fruits such as apples, peaches, and pears are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Consuming these fruits can support your immune system, help maintain healthy skin, and provide vital nutrients like vitamin C and dietary fiber.

Left: A basket of apples on a wood table Right: Honey drips into a jar

References:
Recipe provided by Gabrielle La Chapelle
Maryland University of Integrative Health

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