Fresh Pear & Walnut Crisp
A warm and comforting dessert made with sweet, juicy pears and crunchy walnuts, topped with a crispy mixture for the perfect fall treat.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 6-8 pieces ripe pears, peeled and sliced Varieties like Bartlett, Bosc, or Anjou are recommended.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Prevents browning and enhances flavor.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of the pears.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped Can substitute with pecans or hazelnuts.
For the Crisp Topping
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced pears with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and chopped walnuts. Toss gently to coat the pears evenly. Transfer the mixture to a buttered 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, melted butter, salt, and vanilla extract until combined; the mixture should resemble wet sand.
- Evenly spread the topping over the prepared pear mixture in the baking dish.
Baking
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 35-40 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the pears are bubbly.
- Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Serving
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.