Maple-Roasted Pear Crisp
Warm pears baked with a buttery oat topping and a hint of maple, served with vanilla ice cream. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes layers medium pears, rolled oats, 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 380 calories and feeds 4, 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 pears
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Core and slice 4 medium pears into 1/2-inch wedges. Toss with 3 tbsp maple syrup and 1 tsp cinnamon, then arrange in a greased 8x8-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine 3/4 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 cup cold butter (cut into 1/2-inch cubes). Use a fork to cut butter into the dry ingredients until crumbly.
- Step 3: Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the pears, pressing gently to form a compact layer. Bake for 35 minutes until the topping is golden and the pears are bubbling around the edges.
- Step 4: Let cool for 10 minutes, then serve warm with 2 scoops vanilla ice cream.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Roasted Pear Crisp take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 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-Roasted Pear Crisp?
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-Roasted Pear Crisp?
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-Roasted Pear Crisp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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-Roasted Pear Crisp?
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
- ★★★★★
The maple glaze made the pears shine—my kids devoured it.
- ★★★★★
Loved it! Perfect for fall gatherings.
- ★★★★☆
Tasted great but the pears needed more roasting time.
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