Best 2 Harvest Pear Crisp Recipes

If you're looking for the perfect fall dessert, look no further than harvest pear crisp. This classic dish is made with fresh pears, a crispy oat topping, and a sweet, buttery sauce. With its combination of flavors and textures, harvest pear crisp is sure to please everyone at your table. Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or just as a weeknight treat, this easy-to-make dessert is sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HARVEST PEAR CRISP WITH CANDIED GINGER

Harvest Pear Crisp with Candied Ginger image

Provided by Carolyn Beth Weil

Categories Dessert Bake Thanksgiving High Fiber Pear Almond Oat Cinnamon Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

Topping:
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/2 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup coarsely chopped whole raw almonds
1/4 cup 1/4-inch cubes crystallized ginger
Filling:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
4 pounds firm but ripe pears (6 to 7 large), peeled, cored, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 6 cups)

Steps:

For topping:
Whisk first 4 ingredients in medium bowl. Add butter. Working quickly so butter does not soften, rub in with fingertips until moist clumps form. Stir in oats, almonds, and ginger. Chill while preparing filling. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and keep chilled.
For filling:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Whisk first 4 ingredients in large bowl. Add pears; toss. Transfer to 13 x 9 x 2-inch oval baking dish. Sprinkle topping over pear mixture.
Bake until topping is crisp and golden brown and juices are bubbling, about 50 minutes. Serve warm.

HARVEST PEAR CRISP

Harvest Pear Crisp image

Cinnamon-spiced pears bake under a crunchy streusel topping in this easy pear crisp. Assemble the dessert ahead of time, and put it in the oven when guests arrive. Or bake it earlier in the day and serve it at room temperature. Serve with low-fat vanilla ice cream. From Cooking Light magazine.

Provided by Andi the grate

Categories Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

6 cups pears, cored and cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices or 3 lbs pears
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, divided
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter, chilled cut into small pieces
1/3 cup oats, regular
1/4 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°.
Combine pears and lemon juice in a 2-quart baking dish; toss gently to coat. Combine granulated sugar, cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon; stir with a whisk. Add cornstarch mixture to pear mixture; toss well to coat.
Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife. Place flour, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt in a food processor; pulse 2 times or until combined. Add chilled butter; pulse 6 times or until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add oats and walnuts; pulse 2 times. Sprinkle flour mixture evenly over pear mixture.
Bake at 375° for 40 minutes or until pears are tender and topping is golden brown. Cool 20 minutes on a wire rack; serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

Choose ripe pears. Using ripe pears will give your crisp a sweeter, more flavorful filling.
Peel and core the pears. This will make them easier to slice and will help the filling to cook evenly.
Slice the pears thinly. This will help them to cook quickly and evenly.
Use a variety of spices. This will give your crisp a more complex flavor. Some good options include cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice.
Don't overmix the topping. Overmixing will make the topping tough. Just mix it until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the crisp until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. This will take about 30-35 minutes.
Let the crisp cool slightly before serving. This will help the filling to set.

Conclusion:

Harvest pear crisp is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and flavorful filling and crispy topping, this crisp is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying dessert, give harvest pear crisp a try.