Tuesday, November 10, 2009

TWD: Cran-Apple Crisps

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I think it's obvious that I have no self control when it comes to crumbs and dug into this immediately. The apple cranberry crisp was the perfect version of a pie for the non crust lover in me. I absolutely loved the addition of ginger, which I think made this crisp extra special. The spicy ginger, sweet apples and tart cranberries complemented each other really well. Before baking, I cooked the cranberries and apples with the sugar until they released their juices so I wouldn't end up with soup because who likes soggy crumbs?! It also helps to cut down on baking time, which is a plus considering I used the toaster oven and the ramekin is so close to the coil. So far, there haven't been any explosions... I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

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Thanks to Em of The Repressed Pastry Chef for choosing this week's recipe

10 more days til New Moon comes out!! Is anyone else excited?!?!
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40 comments:

  1. La Cuisine d'HeleneNovember 10, 2009 at 1:20 AM

    I could eat crisps every day. I love them especially with apples. Looks really good.

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  2. Donna-FFWNovember 10, 2009 at 7:36 AM

    This dessert loooks incredible. Ill have mine topped with vanilla ice cream please. Love the color of the fruit, so festive.

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  3. AmandaNovember 10, 2009 at 7:47 AM

    Looks fabulous! I made the cookies this week and they were a huge hit, making the crisp next week :)

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  4. LizNoVeggieGirlNovember 10, 2009 at 8:07 AM

    Resist the self-control and ALWAYS dig in, I say!! Looks fabulous :)

    And yes, let's hope that no explosions EVER occur, haha.

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  5. Mary AnnNovember 10, 2009 at 8:08 AM

    Your crisp looks yummy! I really think the ginger was great in these too. Good job!

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  6. vanillasugarblogNovember 10, 2009 at 9:36 AM

    lots of crumbs is a good thing!!!! yes

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  7. chocolatechicNovember 10, 2009 at 11:03 AM

    I have been known to double and even triple the crumb topping and half the fruit.

    It looks great.

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  8. CaSaundraLeighNovember 10, 2009 at 11:17 AM

    Apples and crumbly carb goodness? Yes please!

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  9. LucyNovember 10, 2009 at 11:43 AM

    Ooh it is currently cold, dark and rainy here and this wonderful crisp looks JUST the thing to warm and cheer me up! Love the festive-feeling of it too :)

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  10. Katherine Roberts AucoinNovember 10, 2009 at 1:00 PM

    I chuckled when you said the phrase about crumbs and digging in! This is a great topping for so many desserts!

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  11. mikeNovember 10, 2009 at 1:57 PM

    Great idea cooking down the apples! I'll have to try that next time, just for a change. It looks fabulous - perfect for this time of year, don't you agree! It's definitely on my list of "make again" - and I'll even try my toaster oven too! :)

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  12. AnonymousNovember 10, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    You used your toaster oven? wow! It looks wonderful.

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  13. SusanNovember 10, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    Thanks for the tip about cooking the apples and cranberries before hand. Yours looks great!

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  14. betty geekNovember 10, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    That looks so-so good. I want to be a spoon!

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  15. FlourchildNovember 10, 2009 at 4:01 PM

    Yum it look so good! Im sure it tasted wonderful!

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  16. JeannetteNovember 10, 2009 at 4:10 PM

    *raises hand* i am pre-ordering my ticket as we SPEAK!! does that make me a dork?

    your crisp looks great!!

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  17. dvjsNovember 10, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    mmmmm....mmmmm.....perhaps the love and i will make something like that this weekend.

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  18. JessicaNovember 10, 2009 at 8:07 PM

    How great to know that these can be made in a toaster oven! That's a super fast route to dessert -- I love it. They look really tasty.

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  19. AmyRuthNovember 11, 2009 at 1:34 AM

    Oh My Goodness I think I could eat this for breakfast. Its delicious! I don't have a toaster oven but that is an awesome idea!
    AmyRuth

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  20. KarenNovember 11, 2009 at 10:53 AM

    We really enjoyed these, too. Especially the sweet/tart combo of the apples and cranberries. Did anyone burn their tongue on these at my house? Maybe.

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  21. stephchowsNovember 11, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    mini personal sized crisps are the best idea ever :)

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  22. vibiNovember 11, 2009 at 3:23 PM

    What beatiful colors! ...and for I know also: what beatiful flavors! Well done, Steph!

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  23. LeslieNovember 11, 2009 at 5:58 PM

    This looks fantastic! I like your idea of precooking the fruit to cut down on the juice.

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  24. Ingrid_3BsNovember 11, 2009 at 10:58 PM

    I love my toaster oven. I do a lot with mine but not much baking to be honest. Not more than biscuits anyway. That's cool that you baked your crisp in it. Looks perfect!
    ~ingrid

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  25. AnonymousNovember 12, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    I saw this on another TWD blog yesterday. It looked scrumptious yesterday on that blog, and looks equally as scrumptious today on yours!

    Have you always had those photos on the right hand side of the page? They were a major distraction for me this morning. They all look sooooo good!!!!!

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  26. How To Eat A CupcakeNovember 12, 2009 at 2:39 PM

    ...times like these make me reaalllyy wish I had time to do TWD!!!

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  27. spike.November 12, 2009 at 3:55 PM

    So excited for new moon! And these crisps- your topping looks perfect, how could you not take a bite right away?

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  28. noble pigNovember 12, 2009 at 5:25 PM

    I would have dug in as well, looks famously beautiful!

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  29. The Cooking PhotographerNovember 13, 2009 at 10:12 AM

    Steph,

    I really like the idea of ginger in here. I think I even have cranberries. I want to try this too. Thanks.

    Laura

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  30. La Bella CooksNovember 13, 2009 at 11:31 AM

    Yum, all of those crumbs have my mouth watering. That is the best part, in my opinion!

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  31. EsiNovember 13, 2009 at 8:14 PM

    I love crumbs and recently a fan of the apple/cranberry combo. Looks great!!

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  32. AdamNovember 14, 2009 at 5:10 PM

    Well who can blame you for buttery crumb goodness? They probably bribe people with sweets like this... I mean I'd give in any day :)

    Awesome that it's cranberry season isn't it?!

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  33. eatme_deliciousNovember 15, 2009 at 2:03 AM

    I agree - soggy crumbs are no good. Though I'd prefer this to be like 70% crumb and 30% fruit! ;) I love the Twilight books but am not super excited about the new movie because I didn't think the first one was that great.

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  34. BunnyNovember 15, 2009 at 6:18 PM

    I'm a crumb girl too!! That's the best part of crisp...or apple crumb pie...or muffins! This looks fantastic crumb and all!!

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  35. HannahNovember 15, 2009 at 9:56 PM

    It's been a long time since I've made any sort of apple crisp... Thanks for the reminder! This one sure looks like delicious inspiration. :)

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  36. PamelaNovember 15, 2009 at 10:35 PM

    That picture looks so good! Very nice.

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  37. HindyNovember 16, 2009 at 6:33 AM

    Great idea to cook the fruit before hand. I'm going to try it that way. And isn't the fruit just a delivery medium for the crunchy topping? ::g::
    Your crisp looks lovely!

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  38. TeaLadyNovember 16, 2009 at 5:20 PM

    Great looking crisp.

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  39. CarlaNovember 16, 2009 at 11:09 PM

    Looks delicious! I've been slacking on TwD so much lately. If I buy cranberries, I'll have to make this.

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  40. UnknownNovember 25, 2009 at 5:54 AM

    Been hearing only good things about these crisps! They look soo good!

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