Pear Crisp

Pear Crisp

Pear Crisp is a comforting and delicious dessert that highlights the natural sweetness and juiciness of ripe pears. This dessert combines tender, baked pears flavored with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a crispy oat and nut streusel.

Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, Pear Crisp is perfect for cool evenings or as a delightful ending to any meal.

Ingredients:

For the Pear Filling:

• 6-8 ripe pears (about 2-2.5 pounds), peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Zest of 1 lemon

For the Crisp Topping:

• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as pecans or almonds)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For Serving (Optional):

Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving

How to Make Pear Crisp:

Preheat and Prepare:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized baking dish.

Prepare the Pear Filling:

In a large bowl, combine sliced pears, granulated sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Toss gently until pears are evenly coated with the sugar and spice mixture.

Make the Crisp Topping:

In another bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, chopped nuts, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Pour melted butter over the oat mixture and stir until well combined and crumbly.

Assemble and Bake:

Spread the prepared pear filling evenly in the bottom of the greased baking dish.

Sprinkle the crisp topping evenly over the pear filling, covering it completely.

Bake the Pear Crisp:

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the pear filling is bubbling around the edges.

Cool and Serve:

Remove from the oven and let the Pear Crisp cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Chef’s Note:

Choosing Pears: Use ripe but firm pears such as Bartlett, Anjou, or Bosc for this recipe. They should be sweet and juicy but not overly soft.

Nut Variations: Feel free to customize the crisp topping by using different nuts or adding dried fruits like cranberries or raisins for added texture and flavor.

Storage: Pear Crisp can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Nutrition Information (per serving, based on 8 servings):

• Calories: 350 kcal
• Protein: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Fat: 14g
• Sodium: 100mg
• Fiber: 6g
• Sugars: 30g

Enjoy this warm and comforting Pear Crisp, where tender pears and a crunchy oat topping come together to create a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion!

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