Pear Blueberry Crisp with Oat Pecan Topping Recipe

Introduction

This Pear Blueberry Crisp with Oat Pecan Topping is a delightful dessert that combines juicy fruit with a crunchy, buttery topping. Perfect for any season, it’s easy to prepare and makes a comforting treat for family and friends.

Ingredients

• 4 ripe pears (4 to 5 cups thinly sliced)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 pint blueberries (2 cups)
• 2 tablespoons corn starch
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1½ cups rolled oats
• ½ cup almond flour
• ½ cup pecans, roughly chopped
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup butter, melted

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375℉. Use a bit of the melted butter to grease a medium sized baking dish.
2. Step 2: Wash the pears and cut alongside the core with 4 cuts to remove it. Thinly slice the pears without peeling, then toss the slices in a bowl with lemon juice to prevent browning.
3. Step 3: Add blueberries, corn starch, and honey to the pears in the bowl. Toss well with your hands to combine all the filling ingredients evenly.
4. Step 4: Pour the mixed fruit filling into the prepared greased baking dish.
5. Step 5: In the same bowl, combine rolled oats, almond flour, chopped pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly to form the topping mixture.
6. Step 6: Evenly spread the oat-pecan topping over the fruit filling, leaving a few slices of pear and blueberries visible around the edges for a beautiful presentation.
7. Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes until the topping is golden and crisp and the fruit filling is bubbling.
8. Step 8: Serve the crisp warm, ideally topped with vanilla ice cream for the best flavor experience.

Tips & Variations

• Substitute walnuts or almonds for pecans if preferred or to change the nutty flavor.
• For extra sweetness, drizzle a little maple syrup over the topping before baking.
• Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the topping for a warm spice note.
• Use gluten-free oats and almond flour to make this crisp gluten-free.

Storage

Store any leftover crisp covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm in a 350℉ oven for about 10 minutes until heated through. The topping will crisp up again when baked.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen blueberries instead of fresh?

Yes, frozen blueberries can be used. Do not thaw them first to avoid excess moisture; add them frozen to the fruit mixture.

Can I prepare this dessert ahead of time?

You can assemble the crisp up to a day ahead, cover it, and store it in the refrigerator before baking. Bake just before serving for the best texture and flavor.

Pear Blueberry Crisp with Oat Pecan Topping Recipe

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This Pear Blueberry Crisp with Oat Pecan Topping is a deliciously comforting dessert combining ripe pears and juicy blueberries baked under a golden, crunchy oat and pecan topping. Sweetened naturally with honey and brown sugar, this crisp offers a perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors with a delightful texture that’s ideal for serving warm with vanilla ice cream.

• Author: Marco
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Fruit Filling

• 4 ripe pears (4 to 5 cups thinly sliced)
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 pint blueberries (2 cups)
• 2 Tablespoons corn starch
• 2 Tablespoons honey

Oat Pecan Topping

• 1½ cups rolled oats
• ½ cup almond flour
• ½ cup pecans, roughly chopped
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup butter, melted (use a bit for greasing the baking dish)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375℉ (190℃). Use a portion of the melted butter to grease a medium-sized baking dish to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare Pears: Wash the pears and cut around the core in four cuts to remove it. Thinly slice the pears without peeling and immediately toss them in a bowl with the lemon juice to prevent browning.
3. Mix Filling: Add the blueberries, corn starch, and honey to the bowl with the pears. Gently toss the mixture with your hands until the fruit and thickening agents are evenly combined.
4. Assemble Filling: Pour the mixed fruit filling into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
5. Prepare Topping: Using the same bowl, combine rolled oats, almond flour, roughly chopped pecans, brown sugar, and the remaining melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the topping mixture is uniform and crumbly.
6. Top Filling: Evenly sprinkle the oat-pecan topping over the fruit filling. Leave a few pear slices and blueberries visible around the edges to enhance presentation.
7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes. The topping should turn golden and crisp, and the fruit filling should be bubbling.
8. Serve: Serve the crisp warm. For an extra indulgent touch, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a wonderful contrast in temperature and flavor.

Notes

• You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
• For a vegan version, replace butter with coconut oil or a vegan butter alternative.
• Ensure that the pears are ripe but firm to hold their shape when baking.
• To avoid a soggy crisp, do not overload the fruit filling and make sure to evenly distribute the topping.
• This crisp can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.

Keywords: Pear crisp, Blueberry dessert, Oat crumble, Pecan topping, Healthy dessert, Fruit crisp