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Spiced Pear Crumble with Oat Topping

Spiced Pear Crumble with Oat Topping – Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

Discover the delightful Spiced Pear Crumble with Oat Topping, a comforting dessert perfect for the festive season.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 cups sliced ripe pears Ripe Bartlett or Anjou pears.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Light or dark can be used based on your preference.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Adjust according to your taste.
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Opt for gluten-free flour for gluten-sensitive version.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Lime juice works well as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure extract is preferred for the best results.
  • 1 teaspoon ground spices Cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup rolled oats Provides a lovely crunch.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Coconut oil can be a great dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts Pecans or walnuts add delightful texture; optional.

Equipment

  • 9-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, toss sliced pears, brown sugar, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and ground spices until combined. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Layer the pear filling in the baking dish and spread the oat topping over the pears, pressing down lightly.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden brown and juices are bubbling.
  6. Let cool for about 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, reheat in the oven rather than the microwave.

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