Legume Free Cinnamon-Walnut Pear Oat Crisp
Warm, bubbling fruit filling topped with a golden, crunchy crown of oats and walnuts — this cozy dessert is the kind of thing that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible. Ripe pears are tossed with maple syrup, cinnamon, and a touch of ginger before being blanketed in a clumping, toasty topping made with almond flour and coconut oil. Arrowroot starch does the quiet work of thickening the filling into a glossy, jammy layer that holds together beautifully once it rests. Many classic crisps sneak in ingredients that don't work for legume-free eaters, but every component here — from the rolled oats to the chopped walnuts — is naturally free of beans, lentils, soy, and peanuts. The almond flour adds a subtle nuttiness to the topping that pairs perfectly with the warm spice running through both layers. It comes together with minimal prep and a single baking dish, making it just as practical as it is impressive. Serve it warm on its own or with a scoop of your favorite coconut cream for a dessert that feels genuinely indulgent.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
6 servings
For the filling
- 4 medium ripe pears (about 2 lbs), peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch slices
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
For the topping
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¾ cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup almond flour
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with a small amount of coconut oil.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced pears with 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and arrowroot starch until the pears are evenly coated. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!