This Fresh Pear Pie is a delightful dessert that showcases the natural sweetness and juiciness of fresh pears. The flaky crust pairs perfectly with the tender pears and warm spices, creating a comforting and delicious treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 6-7 fresh pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 pie crusts
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced pears, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well to coat the pears evenly.
- Place one pie crust in a pie dish and pour the pear mixture into the crust.
- Cover the pie with the second crust, and crimp the edges to seal. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow the pie to cool before serving. Enjoy a slice of this delicious Fresh Pear Pie on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Interesting Facts
Pears are a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.
Pear trees can live for over 100 years!
Pears are one of the few fruits that do not ripen on the tree, they are picked when mature but still hard and then allowed to ripen off the tree.