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Cinnamon Pear Crisp: A Warm and Comforting Dessert

A warm and comforting dessert featuring tender, spiced pears and a buttery crumble topping. Perfect for cozy evenings, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat!

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling:
  • 6 medium Bartlett pears peeled and sliced
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1½ teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons oat flour or cornstarch
For the Crumble Topping:
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup oat flour
  • ⅓ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup coconut oil or butter
  • 1½ teaspoons cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×9-inch or 2-quart baking dish with coconut oil or butter.
  2. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine sliced pears, maple syrup, lemon juice, cinnamon, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt. Sprinkle oat flour or cornstarch over the mixture and stir until well coated. Spread the filling evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Make the Crumble Topping: In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, oat flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add coconut oil or butter and use a fork or your hands to mix until the topping forms a crumbly texture.
  4. Assemble the Crisp: Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the pear mixture, ensuring full coverage.
  5. Bake: Bake for 55–75 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the crisp cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. For an extra treat, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Notes

  • Swap Bartlett pears for Bosc pears, apples, or a mix of fruits like peaches or berries for variety.
  • Reduce maple syrup if using very ripe and sweet pears.
  • For added crunch, mix chopped nuts like pecans or almonds into the crumble topping.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
  • To freeze, assemble the crisp unbaked and freeze. Bake from frozen, adding 10–15 minutes to the cooking time.