WHY IT’S LIGHT Fruit makes a naturally healthy dessert; here, lightly sweetened fresh pears and berries are embellished with only a thin layer of crunchy oatmeal topping. The topping can be made ahead and chilled until ready to use; refrigerate it in an airtight container up to five days.

　　

Ingredients

serves 8

　　1 bag (12 ounces) frozen mixed berries (do not thaw)

　　3 pounds ripe pears (5 to 7), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces

　　1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

　　3 tablespoons sugar

　　2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

　　Oatmeal Topping (recipe follows)

　　Vanilla frozen yogurt, for serving (optional)

　　

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450°F. Spread frozen berries in a single layer on a paper-towel-lined baking sheet; thaw 30 minutes at room temperature.

　　

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine thawed berries, pears, lemon juice, sugar, and flour; toss well. Transfer to a shallow 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with chilled topping.

　　

Step 3

Bake until fruit is tender and topping is golden, about 45 minutes. Let cool at least 20 minutes. Serve warm with frozen yogurt, if desired.

　　

Nutrition Information

Step 4

(Per Serving)

　　

Step 5

Calories: 242

　　

Step 6

Fat: 6.7g (3.6g Saturated Fat)

　　

Step 7

Protein: 2.1g

　　

Step 8

Carbohydrates: 46.8g

　　

Step 9

Fiber: 5.1g

　　Everyday Food: Light