Oven-Roasted Spiced Pear Crisp with Oat Topping
Warm oven-roasted pears spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a crunchy oat and brown sugar crisp that caramelizes beautifully during baking. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes layers medium, peeled and sliced ripe pears, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon 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 320 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
- 5 medium, peeled and sliced ripe pears
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 6 tbsp, cold and diced unsalted butter
- 1/8 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, toss 5 peeled and sliced medium pears with 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice until the pears are evenly coated and fragrant.
- Step 2: Transfer the pears to a greased 9-inch baking dish, spreading them out in an even layer.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine 3/4 cup rolled oats, 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/8 tsp salt. Add 6 tbsp cold, diced unsalted butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 4: Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the pears, covering them completely.
- Step 5: Bake the crisp in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the pears are bubbling and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Spiced Pear Crisp with Oat Topping take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 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 Oven-Roasted Spiced Pear Crisp with Oat Topping?
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 Oven-Roasted Spiced Pear Crisp with Oat Topping?
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 Oven-Roasted Spiced Pear Crisp with Oat Topping 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 Oven-Roasted Spiced Pear Crisp with Oat Topping?
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.
