MAGGIANO'S LITTLE ITALY SPICED PEAR CROSTADA (COPYCAT)
I found this recipe on the internet and now make it all the time. I substitute apples for pears a lot and get rave reviews either way. Use your own recipe for pie crust or use the refrigerated kind. This makes 2 crostadas.
Provided by NVirginian
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 2 crostadas, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- For the filling: Peel the pears and slice into 1/4-inch slices.
- Melt the butter until light brown in a medium hot sauté pan and add the pear slices. Simmer for a couple minutes until heated through and add the nutmeg, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Continue to simmer until the juices thicken. Remove from the pan and chill.
- Take 4 ounces of the pie dough and roll out into a 9-inch circle, lightly dusting with flour to prevent sticking. Place 1/2 cup of the pear filling in the center of the dough circle. Gently fold the edges of the dough toward the center, forming 'pleats' in the dough as you move around the edge. Leave the center of the crostada open so that the filling shows. Repeat until the filling is used up. Chill the prepared crostadas before baking.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the tops of the crostadas with heavy cream. Immediately sprinkle the crostadas with the granulated sugar so that the sugar sticks. Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes until nice and brown.
- Serve while still warm alone, or with some vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.9, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 131.6, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 16.4, Protein 1.5
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Haseeb satti
[email protected]This crostada is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for a special occasion. I would definitely make it again.
Sagar Soni
[email protected]This crostada is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of pears, spices, and nuts. The crust is also very good. I would definitely make it again.
Sirazuddla Bappy
[email protected]I made this crostada for my family and they all loved it. The pears were perfectly cooked and the filling was flavorful and creamy. The crust was also very good. I would definitely make it again.
Angel Lall
[email protected]This crostada is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for a special occasion. I would definitely make it again.
Jannat Sume
[email protected]This crostada is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of pears, spices, and nuts. The crust is also very good. I would definitely make it again.
Ganru Njeru
[email protected]I made this crostada for my family and they all loved it. The pears were perfectly cooked and the filling was flavorful and creamy. The crust was also very good. I would definitely make it again.
Beverly Hymel
[email protected]This crostada is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for a special occasion. I would definitely make it again.
Cara Henderson
[email protected]This crostada is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of pears, spices, and nuts. The crust is also very good. I would definitely make it again.
Moloko Makgalo
[email protected]I made this crostada for my family and they all loved it. The pears were perfectly cooked and the filling was flavorful and creamy. The crust was also very good. I would definitely make it again.
Balogun Abdulmuiz
[email protected]This crostada is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for a special occasion. I would definitely make it again.
JANI MIA
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pears, but I loved this crostada. The pears were perfectly cooked and the filling was flavorful and creamy. The crust was also very good.
Suman Sunar
[email protected]This is my new favorite dessert recipe! The pears are so soft and juicy, and the filling is perfectly spiced. The crust is also very good, and it holds the filling together perfectly.
Nathaniel Gooden
[email protected]I made this crostada for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavors and the beautiful presentation.
Tanveerahmid Ahmid
[email protected]This crostada is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of pears, spices, and nuts. The crust is also very good.
Burbank Hines
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great dessert to make ahead of time for parties or potlucks.
Paolo Piazzese
[email protected]I made this crostada for my family and they all loved it. The pears were perfectly cooked and the filling was flavorful and creamy. The crust was also very good.
Mdmahabur Rahman
[email protected]This crostada is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious dessert that's perfect for a special occasion.
Arrive
[email protected]I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The pears and spices complement each other perfectly. The crust is also very good, and it holds the filling together well.
Karolina Raginel
[email protected]Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The pears were soft and juicy, and the filling was flavorful and aromatic. The crust was crispy and flaky.
Be Honour
[email protected]This spiced pear crostada was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were amazing and the crust was perfectly flaky. I'll definitely be making this again.