Fall Dessert Recipe

One of my favorite things to do any time of the year is cook. This fall in particular, I’m excited to spend some time in the kitchen. Fall is full of unique fruits, veggies, and spices that are fun to use in every day meals or special occasions. Recently I made a delicious cobbler from cranberries and pears that I’d love to share.

Filling:
2 1/2 pounds ripe pears (five pears) peeled and sliced
1 cup thawed frozen or fresh cranberries
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons freshly grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Topping:
1 package (9 oz) yellow cake mix
1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
Whipped cream (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Spray 11 X 17 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Combine pears, cranberries, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, flour, orange peel, and cinnamon in large bowl; toss to coat. Pour into prepared baking dish.
3. Bake 19-21 minutes or until filling at edges is bubbly.
4. Meanwhile, combine cake mix and buttermilk in medium bowl; mix until well blended. Spoon scant 1/4 cupfuls mixture in six mounds over filling. Sprinkle evenly with 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and brown sugar.
5. Bake 19-21 minutes or until topping is golden brown. Serve warm with whipped cream, if desired.

This recipe is great after a light main course. I also enjoy serving it with vanilla ice cream.
Happy Fall, everyone!