Spiced Pear & Cinnamon Crisp with Cardamom
A warm, aromatic dessert featuring tender pears baked under a spiced oat crumble, inspired by Belgian baking traditions. This belgian-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers Granulated sugar, Ground cinnamon, Ground cardamom 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 220 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, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick Bosc pears
- 40g Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Ground cardamom
- 80g Old-fashioned oats
- 50g All-purpose flour
- 40g, cold and cubed Unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp Coconut oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a medium bowl, toss 4 peeled and sliced Bosc pears with 40g granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground cardamom until evenly coated, then transfer to a 9-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, combine 80g old-fashioned oats, 50g all-purpose flour, and 1 tbsp coconut oil, then cut in 40g cold cubed unsalted butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 3: Sprinkle the oat crumble mixture evenly over the pears, pressing gently to compact. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the pears are bubbling around the edges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Pear & Cinnamon Crisp with Cardamom 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 Spiced Pear & Cinnamon Crisp with Cardamom?
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 Spiced Pear & Cinnamon Crisp with Cardamom?
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 Spiced Pear & Cinnamon Crisp with Cardamom 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 Spiced Pear & Cinnamon Crisp with Cardamom?
Belgian 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.
- ★★★★★
Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better desserts dishes though.
