Description
This pear crisp combines tender, sweet pears with a crunchy oat topping for a delightful dessert. It’s a simple and satisfying dish that’s perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups pears (peeled and thinly sliced from 5–6 pears)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten free, if needed)
- 1/3 cup all purpose flour (gluten free, if needed)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts (optional, chopped)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 2-quart baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the pears, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Using the same bowl, mix together the oats, flour, and brown sugar. Add the chopped pecans or walnuts if using.
- Cut the butter into the dry mixture using a fork, pastry cutter, or your fingers until it resembles crumbles.
- Evenly sprinkle the crumble mixture over the pears.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the pears are bubbling around the edges. Let it cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
Notes
Feel free to substitute the pears with apples or peaches for a different flavor.
For an extra crunchy topping, add more oats or nuts to the crumble mixture.
This can be served with ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg