Spiced Pear & Almond Crumble
Spiced Pear & Almond Crumble is a heartwarming dessert that beautifully merges sweet, juicy pears with a crunchy almond topping. This easy-to-make crumble fills your kitchen with enticing aromas, making it perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. Serve it warm, ideally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, for a truly delightful treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups ripe pears (about 4 medium pears), peeled and sliced
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup brown sugar, divided
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, toss sliced pears with half of the brown sugar and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix oats, sliced almonds, remaining brown sugar, and flour; cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Spread the pear mixture in a baking dish and top generously with the crumble mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; pair with vanilla ice cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 155g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, toast the almonds before adding them to the crumble. Feel free to substitute pears with apples or mixed berries for variation. Enhance warmth by adding a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of vanilla extract.