Fruitful Fusion: A Deliciously Crisp Pear and Raspberry Crumble
A Recipe Born from Necessity
I stumbled upon this recipe while trying to clear out my fridge, and it turned out to be a game-changer! With a few ripe pears and fresh raspberries on hand, I created a tart, crispy, and simply divine dessert.
The Perfect Combination
Feel free to experiment with different fruit combinations, but this particular pairing of pears and raspberries is a match made in heaven. The sweetness of the pears balances out the tartness of the raspberries, creating a delightful flavor experience.
Easy as 1, 2, 3
This recipe is a breeze to make, requiring only 20 minutes of active time and a total of 1 hour to prepare. Plus, it yields 5 servings, making it perfect for a small gathering or a quick dessert fix.
The Ingredients You’ll Need
- 2 medium ripe pears, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 cups fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup quick-cooking oats
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Assemble and Bake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In an 8-inch square baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray, arrange the pear slices.
- Sprinkle the raspberries and sugar over the pears.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the oats, honey, melted butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Spread this mixture evenly over the raspberry layer.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until the pears are tender and the topping is bubbly.
Serve and Enjoy!
This crumble is perfect served warm, topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired. Don’t be surprised if it becomes a new favorite in your household!
More Recipe Inspiration
For more delicious recipes, be sure to check out www.havefunbaking.com and www.lovetobakeandcook.blogspot.com. Happy baking!
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