Bourbon-Pear Crumble with Brown Butter Glaze
A sophisticated dessert inspired by Kansas City's bourbon culture and autumn harvests. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers medium pear, butter, brown sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 medium pear
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 2 tbsp bourbon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Core and slice 4 pears into 1/2-inch thick wedges, then arrange in a 9-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: Melt 4 tbsp butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown (about 3 minutes), then stir in 2 tbsp bourbon and 1 tsp vanilla, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt, then pour melted butter-bourbon mixture over and stir until crumbly.
- Step 4: Sprinkle crumble mixture evenly over pears, bake for 35-40 minutes until pears are tender and topping is golden brown, then let cool for 15 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Bourbon-Pear Crumble with Brown Butter Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Bourbon-Pear Crumble with Brown Butter Glaze?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bourbon-Pear Crumble with Brown Butter Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bourbon-Pear Crumble with Brown Butter Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Bourbon-Pear Crumble with Brown Butter Glaze?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
