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Easy Pear Crisp

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This easy pear crisp combines tender, spiced pears with a buttery oat and pecan crumble topping. It’s a cozy, simple dessert perfect for fall or any time you crave something warm and comforting.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • For the filling:
  • 6 cups peeled and sliced pears (about 6–7 medium pears)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • For the topping:
  • ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup finely chopped pecans
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish or a 2-quart baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, toss sliced pears with vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well coated. If pears are very juicy, add a spoonful of flour or cornstarch to help thicken the filling.
  3. Transfer the pears to the prepared baking dish in an even layer.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix softened butter, flour, oats, granulated sugar, brown sugar, pecans, and salt using a fork or fingers until a crumbly texture forms with small clumps.
  5. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the pears. Optionally, dust with more cinnamon.
  6. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the fruit is bubbling around the edges.
  7. Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with ice cream or caramel sauce if desired.

Notes

  • If pears are very ripe, add 1 tablespoon flour or cornstarch to the filling to reduce excess liquid.
  • Use a mix of Bosc and Bartlett pears for ideal texture and flavor.
  • Substitute pecans with walnuts or omit entirely for a nut-free version.
  • To make gluten-free, use GF flour and certified GF oats.
  • Great served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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