Description
A delicious and comforting Mock Apple Crisp made with tender pears and a crunchy oat topping, perfect for fall gatherings or cozy evenings at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups peeled and sliced pears
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced pears with lemon juice, cinnamon, and brown sugar until evenly coated.
- Spread the pear mixture evenly in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, softened butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the oat mixture over the pears in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the pears are tender.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a handful of chopped nuts to the topping.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Substitute apples for pears if you prefer a traditional apple crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg