Brown Butter Pear Crumble
This Brown Butter Pear Crumble is warm, nutty, and bursting with sweet pears. A cozy, easy dessert perfect for autumn baking and sharing!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ripe pears peeled and sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Begin by melting the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently until the butter foams, turns golden brown with brown flecks, and smells nutty. Remove from heat immediately and set aside to cool slightly.
- While the butter cools, peel and slice your ripe pears. Place them in a mixing bowl and gently toss with the vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to infuse flavor.
- In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, and brown sugar. Pour in the slightly cooled browned butter and mix with a wooden spoon or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the spiced pears evenly in the bottom of your baking dish. Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over the pears, ensuring the fruit is fully covered.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crisp, and the pears are bubbly and soft underneath.
- Allow the crumble to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy on its own or with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Mixing Bowls
- 9x9-inch baking dish
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Peeler and knife
Notes
- Watch the butter carefully while browning to avoid burning and bitterness.
- Use ripe but firm pears like Bartlett or Bosc for best texture and sweetness.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Try adding chopped toasted nuts or dried cranberries for extra texture and flavor.
- Substitute gluten-free flour and certified gluten-free oats to make this crumble gluten-free.