Description

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Browned Butter Pear Crisp, featuring tender cinnamon-spiced pears topped with a warm, buttery oat topping. The perfect dessert for fall, it’s easy to make and sure to satisfy your cravings with each warm bite. Enjoy it fresh from the oven or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat!

Ingredients

For the Filling:

6 Bartlett pears, cored and cut into 1/4” slices

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom (optional)

For the Topping:

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup old-fashioned oats

1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

4 tablespoons butter (or melted butter for an alternative)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Set aside an 8×8 square baking pan or a medium-sized gratin dish.

Prepare the Pears:

In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced pears with lemon juice.

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and cardamom (if using).

Sprinkle the mixture over the pears and toss to coat evenly.

Transfer the pear mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Prepare the Topping:

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon.

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue to cook until the butter foams, browns, and becomes speckled (about 3-5 minutes), whisking occasionally.

Pour the browned butter into the topping ingredients and mix until crumbles form.

Assemble the Crisp:

Sprinkle the crumbly topping evenly over the pear filling.

Bake:

Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the pears are tender and the topping is golden brown.

Cool and Serve:

Remove the crisp from the oven and allow it to cool for 20 minutes before serving. Serve warm for the best experience!

Notes

Substitute for Browned Butter: You can use regular melted butter instead of browned butter if preferred.

Optional Additions:

Toss in 2/3 cup of fresh cranberries to the filling, adjusting the sugar to 1/3 cup to balance the tartness.

Add 1/4 cup of finely chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans) to the topping for extra crunch.

Storage:

Store tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Freezing: Wrap well in plastic wrap and foil to freeze for up to 2 months.

Reheating:

Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until warmed through, or microwave individual servings for 1-2 minutes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooling Time:: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American