Maple-Pear Crisp with Oat Crumble

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A warm, comforting dessert featuring tender pears and a crunchy oat topping, sweetened with maple syrup. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 53 minutes, layers pears, maple syrup, all-purpose flour 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 280 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 38 min Serves 6 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel and slice pears into 1/4-inch thick slices, then toss with 2 tbsp maple syrup and 1/4 cup water in a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle crumble mixture evenly over pears, then drizzle with remaining 2 tbsp maple syrup. Bake for 35-40 minutes until topping is golden and pears are bubbling around the edges.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Pear Crisp with Oat Crumble take to make?

Total time is about 53 minutes (15 min prep + 38 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 Maple-Pear Crisp with Oat Crumble?

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 Maple-Pear Crisp with Oat Crumble?

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 Maple-Pear Crisp with Oat Crumble 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 Maple-Pear Crisp with Oat Crumble?

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.

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