Old Fashioned Pear Crumble
A comforting dessert featuring ripe pears topped with a buttery crumble, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the filling
- 4 pieces ripe pears, peeled and sliced Choose ripe pears for the best results.
For the crumble topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the peeled and sliced pears. Optionally toss with a splash of lemon juice.
- In another bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a baking dish, arrange the sliced pears at the bottom and sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the top.
Baking
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden-brown and the pears are bubbling.
Serving
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or custard. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days.