Delicious Baked Pear Recipe

Indulge in the delightful flavors of baked pears with this easy and mouthwatering recipe. The pears are baked to perfection, becoming tender and infused with delicious spices, while a sweet and crunchy topping adds the perfect finishing touch. This warm and comforting dessert is perfect for a cozy night in or to impress guests. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can enjoy the taste of fall with this baked pear recipe.

Ingredients

• 4 ripe pears
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel the pears, cut them in half lengthwise, and remove the cores.
3. Place the pear halves in a baking dish, cut side up. Drizzle with lemon juice to prevent browning.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, rolled oats, all-purpose flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5. Add the cubed cold butter to the dry mixture and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
6. Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the pears.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pears are tender and the topping is golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
9. Serve the baked pears warm, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

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