Nothing says winter like the tart burst of cranberries, their vibrant color alone enough to bring on the holiday spirit. Try the Cranberry Pear White Balsamic available at Hilton Head Olive Oils & Balsamics. This vinegar combines the tangy brightness of cranberries with the sweetness of pear, creating a balanced, fruity flavor that’s refreshing and versatile. Its light pink hue arises from the natural cranberry infusion with just a touch of pear for a subtly sweet finish.

Use it in a variety of holiday dishes. Try blending it with your favorite olive oil for a vinaigrette to dress winter salads, especially those with goat cheese and pecans. Drizzle it over sautéed apples and pears to add complexity before serving atop a pork roast, or use it as a marinade for roasted turkey.

For even more ideas, add a splash to cranberry sauce for extra depth, mix it into a cranberry-pear crumble for a unique twist or try it in your favorite stuffing recipe. This balsamic also pairs well with drinks; add a dash to sparkling water for a holiday-inspired mocktail, or mix it into sangria, Prosecco or mulled wine for a flavor boost. And for the perfect next-day treat, spread a bit on a hot turkey sandwich for a zingy kick.

Hilton Head Olive Oils & Balsamics 

Apple Pear Crisp

Bring warmth and comfort to your holiday table with this Apple Pear Crisp from Hilton Head Olive Oils & Balsamics. This classic dessert gets a little jolt from the unique flavor of Cranberry Pear White Balsamic, which adds a subtle, tangy sweetness to the filling. Juicy Fuji apples and Anjou pears, spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, are baked together under a golden, buttery oat topping that’s crisp yet tender. It’s the perfect blend of seasonal flavors. Serve it hot from the oven, topped with a scoop of ice cream. 

Ingredients (filling)

4 apples, peeled and sliced (Fuji recommended)

3 pears, peeled and sliced (Anjou recommended)

4 tablespoons Cranberry Pear White Balsamic

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup dark brown sugar

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon salt

Ingredients (topping)

3/4 cup light brown sugar

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, very cold or frozen

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

Directions

[1] Heat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly butter a 9×13-inch baking dish. [2] Mix all filling ingredients in a large bowl, then spread into a baking dish. [3] For the topping, whisk flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt together in a medium bowl. Grate the frozen butter into the mixture or cut in the butter until the mixture becomes crumbly. Stir in oats, then sprinkle over the filling so everything is covered. [4] Bake for approximately 45 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the filling juices are bubbling around the edges. [5] Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes