Pear Crisp Recipe: Easy Dessert With Simple Pears posted by Ashton on June 2, 2026 Pin Share Tweet Email Jump to RecipeWhy This Easy Pear Crisp Recipe Is My New Obsession Okay you guys, can we talk about this pear crisp recipe for a second?! I know, I know — everyone goes straight for the apple crisp or the peach crisp when fall hits, but hear me out. Pears are SO underrated as a fall dessert ingredient, and once you make this easy pear crisp, you will absolutely never look back. This is the kind of comforting fall dessert that makes your whole kitchen smell dreamy, requires barely any effort, and disappears faster than you can say “scoop of vanilla ice cream on top, please.” It’s officially one of my favorite desserts, and I have a feeling it’s about to become one of yours too! 🍐✨ Choosing the Best Pears for Your Pear Crisp Recipe Let’s talk about the most important part — the fresh pears! The type of pear you pick seriously matters here. I’m obsessed with firm Bartlett pears (hello, crisp recipe firm Bartlett pears are a thing for a reason!), and delicious Bartlett pears are usually easy to find at grocery stores in early fall. Bosc pears are another amazing option — they hold their shape beautifully and have this gorgeous natural sweetness of the pears that is just *chef’s kiss.* You want to avoid unripe pears (too hard and fibrous!) and also super soft ones because juicy pears with a high water content will release a lot of liquid and make your filling soggy. Remove the hard fibrous stem, peel, and you’re golden! 🍐 How to Make the Dreamy Pear Filling This pear filling is SO simple and such a delicious combination of my favorite spices — warm spices like ground cinnamon and a bit of spice from nutmeg give the chopped pears this cozy, warm fall flavors vibe I absolutely live for. In a large bowl combine your pear slices with lemon juice (it brightens everything up!), a little sweetness from light brown sugar or maple syrup, and a spoonful of tapioca flour to thicken things up and absorb that extra moisture. Spread your prepared pears into an even layer in a prepared baking dish — I love using a nice stoneware dish for this, but a new baking pan works perfectly too. The pear dessert recipes I’ve tried never beat this simple approach. 💛 Making the Perfect Crunchy Oat Crisp Topping Okay, this crisp topping is literally everything. In a separate bowl — or a medium bowl if you’re feeling fancy — whisk together your dry ingredients: all-purpose flour (or almond flour for a gluten-free pear crisp situation!), white sugar, light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Then cut in your unsalted butter with a pastry blender or honestly just use your right hand and rub it in like a pro. I use quick oats here instead of steel cut oats because they get that gorgeous crunchy oat texture we’re all after. Add melted butter or even coconut oil, mix it all up in a large mixing bowl, and scatter that glorious oat topping generously over the top of the pears. Golden brown perfection incoming! ✨ Tips for the Perfect Fall Pear Dessert A few things I’ve learned making this perfect fall dessert again and again! First — use gluten-free oats or regular purpose flour depending on your crew’s needs. Second, if you want to advance store this, cover tightly with aluminum foil and refrigerate. Serve your warm pear crisp with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (obviously), and let your butter come to room temperature before mixing for best flavor. You can also fold in your favorite nuts for extra crunch! This warm fall dessert vibes similarly to mini pumpkin cheesecake in terms of cozy fall energy — SO good. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently. 🍂 Why Pears Are My Favorite Fall Fruit Honestly, pears are my favorite fall fruit and they don’t get nearly enough love! Fresh fruit desserts during the fall months are just *it* for me — from easy pear dessert recipes to pear bread and even pear crumble, sliced pears shine in everything. The natural sweetness of the pears means you need less added sugar, which — hello, Weight Watchers friends, we see you! 😄 A delicious pear crisp is a great way to use up fresh pears before they go bad, and it’s genuinely one of my favorite desserts to share. I’ve also been loving this alongside our best desserts to bring to a BBQ roundup! Check the recipe card below and make this — like, right now! You have to make this. 🍐💛 Continue to Content Pear Crisp Recipe Yield: 6 Servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Bake Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour This warm and golden Pear Crisp features tender, spiced pears topped with a buttery, clumpy oat crumble that bakes up irresistibly crunchy. Made with gluten-free rolled oats and almond flour, it's a naturally gluten-free dessert that's perfect for any occasion and comes together in just minutes. Print Ingredients Pear Filling 6 medium ripe pears (Bosc or Anjou work great), peeled, cored, and sliced ¼-inch thick 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 tablespoon cornstarch Crisp Topping 1½ cups certified gluten-free rolled oats ½ cup almond flour ½ cup packed brown sugar ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ¼ teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes Instructions Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch or similar baking dish.In a large bowl, toss the sliced pears with granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch until evenly coated. Pour the pear mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.In a medium bowl, combine the gluten-free rolled oats, almond flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes and use your fingertips to work the butter into the oat mixture until it resembles coarse, clumpy crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.Sprinkle the crisp topping evenly over the pear filling, covering it completely.Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the topping is deep golden brown and the pear filling is bubbling around the edges.Let the crisp rest for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the filling to thicken up.Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce. Notes Bosc pears hold their shape beautifully during baking, while Anjou pears become softer and saucier — both are delicious! To make it dairy-free, swap the butter for cold coconut oil or a vegan butter alternative. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat in the oven at 325°F for 10–15 minutes to restore the crispy topping. To make ahead, assemble the crisp up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate — add 5 extra minutes to the baking time if going straight from the fridge to the oven.
