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pear crisp

Pear Crisp

Acres and Aprons
A seasonal dessert that's quick and easy to make + full of flavor!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Servings 6

Equipment

  • 1 8x8 baking dish
  • 2 Mixing bowls
  • 1 Wooden stirrer
  • 1 small saucepan
  • 1 grain mill
  • 1 Cast iron skillet

Ingredients
  

For the topping:

  • 120 g fresh-milled soft white wheat 1 cup
  • 100 g sugar ½ cup
  • 115 g butter *browned ½ cup
  • 35 g chopped pecans or walnuts ⅓ cup
  • 30 g oats ⅓ cup
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla

For the pear filling:

  • 5-6 pears peeled and diced
  • 85 g honey ¼ cup
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or similar size with butter or coconut oil.
  • Mill your flour, on a fine setting mill your soft white wheat berries into flour.
  • Prepare the topping. In a medium bowl, combine the fresh-milled flour, sugar, oats, chopped nuts, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir to mix evenly.
  • Brown the butter. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and continue cooking until it turns golden brown and smells nutty. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla. Pour this browned butter mixture over the dry ingredients. Mix until everything is evenly coated and crumbly. Set aside.
  • Make the pear filling. In another bowl, toss the diced pears with honey and salt until well coated. Pour the pear mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  • Add the topping. Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the pears, pressing it gently so it sticks together a bit but still has texture.
  • Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pears are bubbling around the edges.
  • Cool and serve. Let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of fresh whipped cream.

Notes

Serve Pear Crisp in any of these fun ways:

  • Classic & Cozy: Serve warm with a generous scoop of homemade vanilla ice cream melting over the top.
  • Light & Luscious: Top with a dollop of freshly whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.
  • Breakfast Twist: Enjoy cold the next morning with a spoonful of Greek yogurt and a drizzle of honey.
  • Rustic Style: Serve in small mason jars for a charming, single-serve dessert—perfect for gatherings.
  • Ice Cream Sundae Bar: Layer pear crisp, vanilla ice cream, and caramel sauce in parfait glasses.
  • Brunch Favorite: Spoon warm pear crisp over waffles, pancakes, or French toast for a decadent brunch treat.
  • Autumn Delight: Add a scoop of cinnamon or maple ice cream for a seasonal flavor twist.
  • Tea Time Treat: Pair small portions with hot tea or spiced cider for a cozy afternoon snack.