Colorado Pear & Rosemary Crumble with Honey
Warm, spiced pears baked under a crisp oat crumble topping, drizzled with local honey for a garden-fresh dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 65 minutes layers rolled oats, all-purpose flour, raw honey 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 240 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
- 3 medium, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick Bartlett pears
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp raw honey
- 3 tbsp, cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 1 tsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss 3 medium peeled Bartlett pears, sliced 1/4-inch thick, with 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon and 2 tbsp granulated sugar in a 9-inch baking dish until evenly coated.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp fresh rosemary, and 3 tbsp raw honey. Add 3 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter and use a pastry cutter to blend until crumbly and pea-sized clumps form.
- Step 3: Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the pears, pressing gently to create an even layer.
- Step 4: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the pears are bubbling around the edges, then let cool for 15 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Colorado Pear & Rosemary Crumble with Honey take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (25 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 Colorado Pear & Rosemary Crumble with Honey?
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 Colorado Pear & Rosemary Crumble with Honey?
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 Colorado Pear & Rosemary Crumble with Honey 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 Colorado Pear & Rosemary Crumble with Honey?
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
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
