Baked pear crumble

Here’s a simple and budget-friendly Baked Pear Crumble recipe that is a tummy and house warmer for Winter :

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 4 ripe pears, cored and sliced

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Crumble Topping:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup rolled oats

• 1/3 cup brown sugar

• 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• A pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

- Preheat your oven to low - 175°C

2. Prepare the Filling:

- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced pears with lemon juice, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Toss to coat the pears evenly.

3. Transfer to Baking Dish:

- Spread the pear mixture evenly in a medium-sized baking dish.

4. Prepare the Crumble Topping:

- In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.

- Add the cold butter pieces to the dry ingredients. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

5. Top the Pears:

- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the pear mixture in the baking dish.

6. Bake:

- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pears are tender and bubbly.

7. Serve:

- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Tips:

- Variations:

• You can add a handful of nuts (like walnuts or almonds) or dried fruits (like raisins or cranberries) to the crumble topping for extra texture and flavor.

• Seasoning: Adjust the amount of sugar and cinnamon according to the sweetness of the pears and your personal preference.

This baked pear crumble is an easy, delicious, and budget-friendly dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Enjoy!