This pear ginger crisp is a warm and comforting dessert that's perfect for a fall evening. The pears are sliced and tossed with lemon juice, ginger, and cinnamon, then topped with a crumble made from oats, almond flour, pecans, coconut sugar, and a pinch of salt. The crisp is baked until the crumble is golden brown and the pears are tender. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
This pear ginger crisp is inspired by a recipe that my grandmother used to make. She would always make it in the fall, when the pears were at their peak. I loved the way the warm, sweet pears contrasted with the crunchy, nutty crumble. It was always a special treat, and I've been making it ever since she passed away. Over the years, I've made a few changes to the recipe, but the basic flavors are still the same. I've added ginger to the pears for a bit of spice, and I've used almond flour in the crumble for a bit of extra crunch. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 35 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
Peeled Pears
Ginger
Dates
Oats
Almond Flour
Pecans
Coconut Sugar
Cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Slice pears and toss with lemon juice, ginger and cinnamon.
Grease a baking dish and spread pears in an even layer.
In a separate bowl, combine oats, almond flour, pecans, coconut sugar and a pinch of salt.
Spread the crumble mixture evenly over the pears.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crumble is golden brown and the pears are tender.
Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
Why It Works
The pears are sliced thin so that they cook evenly in the oven.
The lemon juice helps to prevent the pears from browning.
The ginger adds a bit of spice to the pears.
The cinnamon adds a warm, fall flavor to the pears.
The crumble is made with a combination of oats, almond flour, pecans, coconut sugar, and salt. This gives the crumble a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor.
The crumble is baked until it is golden brown and the pears are tender.
Serving the crisp with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream adds a touch of sweetness and creaminess.